Prince Genji and Beauties Viewing Cherry Blossoms, 1854

by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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Prince Genji and Beauties Viewing Cherry Blossoms, 1854 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
Prince Genji and Beauties Viewing Cherry Blossoms, 1854

Comments - Charming scene of Prince Genji and his companions on an outing to view the blossoming cherry trees. He looks up with a grin as he admires the flowers, a young girl serving as a page at his side, holding his sword upright. At left, a kneeling matron holds an elegant lacquer tobacco set, while the beauty behind her carries a container with blue and white porcelain cups. A lake stretches across the background, with a small island at left ,and pine trees along the far shore at the foot of the mountains. An attractive design, detailed with embossing on the white kimono collars.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 13 3/4" x 19 3/8"

Condition - This print with good color and detail as shown. Two separate panels, backed with paper. Small losses at corners, repaired. Slight toning and soiling. Please see photos for details.

Prince Genji and Beauties Viewing Cherry Blossoms, 1854 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Prince Genji and Beauties Viewing Cherry Blossoms, 1854 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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