Comments - Lovely triptych depicting the courtesans of the House of the Golden Vase enjoying a variety of amusements in their free time. At left, a woman trims a flower stem with a pair of scissors as she arranges flowers in a low vase on a stand. In the center, a beauty plays the koto while her standing companion fingers a shakuhachi flute. At right, a group of women write poems slips and paint verses on fans. The modern establishment includes glass windows, rendered with a soft blue tint, and an ornate lantern decorated with beads and tassels. A terrific design with wonderful color and a wealth of detail, including touches of burnishing. The Boston Museum of Fine Arts has this image in its collection.

Artist - Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

Image Size - 13 7/8" x 28 5/8" + top margin as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three attached panels, backed with paper. A few small wormholes, repaired. Slight soiling. Please note, due the size, this print may be shipped rolled. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.