Mirror of the Flowering of Manners and Customs - Lovely portrait from an 1878 series of contemporary beauties by Kunichika. These attractive designs feature women in a variety of activities from daily life. Some images include the latest modern fashions or imports such as Western umbrellas, while others present more traditional scenes, such as a mother carrying a baby on her back, contrasting the changes taking place in Meiji society. These wonderful woodblocks are beautifully drawn and detailed with fine line work and soft shading, enlivened with vibrant color. A rarely seen series and a terrific modern take on the traditional beauty print.

Beauty with a Lantern - Interesting scene of a beauty holding up a lantern on a bamboo pole, the shade outside the picture frame. She rests her other hand on the prow of the boat, perhaps preparing to board. Nicely detailed with burnishing on the black kimono collar and the black trim on the boat.Interesting scene of a beauty holding up a lantern on a bamboo pole, the shade outside the picture frame. She rests her other hand on the prow of the boat, perhaps preparing to board. Nicely detailed with burnishing on the black kimono collar and the black trim on the boat.Interesting scene of a beauty holding up a lantern on a bamboo pole, the shade outside the picture frame. She rests her other hand on the prow of the boat, perhaps preparing to board. Nicely detailed with burnishing on the black kimono collar and the black trim on the boat.

Artist - Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

Image Size - 14" x 9 1/2" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with good detail as shown. Horizontal centerfold. A few holes and slight thinning at edge, repaired. Creasing throughout, small stain. Please see photos for details.