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Grinning Courtesan and Wary Man, 1847 - 1852 - Interesting kabuki scene of a courtesan grinning as she looks over her shoulder, the wind blowing a blue and white cloth decorated with takaramono or precious objects on her head. Sitting before her, the man looks up with a wary expression, curiously holding his sleeves to his chest. The beauty wears a red tie-dyed kimono bordered with an intricate green and black print of stylized waves and floral motifs, tied with a plum colored obi. Nice expressive figures.
Artist - Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)
Image Size - 14" x 9 3/8"
Condition - This print good detail as shown. Backed with paper. Vertical centerfold. Small losses at edge, repaired. Light horizontal and vertical lines where backing papers meet. Please see photos for details.
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