Old Woodblock Print of Courtesans by Kunisada - Edo Period, Ca 1861
This old Japanese woodblock print is by renowned woodblock print artist Utagawa Kunisada (1786 - 1864) - also known as Toyokuni III. The print is #29 entitled 'Hashidate' from a set entitled 'An Excellent Selection of Thirty-six Noted Courtesans (Meigi sanjûroku kasen).
The inscription on the print states: 'Hashidate, a prostitute, known by her generosity & noble courage.'
Dating from 1861 - Edo Period these old prints have been reframed by our skilled team in a simple matte black wood frame.
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This old Japanese woodblock print is by renowned woodblock print artist Utagawa Kunisada (1786 - 1864) - also known as Toyokuni III. The print is #29 entitled 'Hashidate' from a set entitled 'An Excellent Selection of Thirty-six Noted Courtesans (Meigi sanjûroku kasen).
The inscription on the print states: 'Hashidate, a prostitute, known by her generosity & noble courage.'
Dating from 1861 - Edo Period these old prints have been reframed by our skilled team in a simple matte black wood frame.
From Japan
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £15
More delivery options available on checkout
Description
This old Japanese woodblock print is by renowned woodblock print artist Utagawa Kunisada (1786 - 1864) - also known as Toyokuni III. The print is #29 entitled 'Hashidate' from a set entitled 'An Excellent Selection of Thirty-six Noted Courtesans (Meigi sanjûroku kasen).
The inscription on the print states: 'Hashidate, a prostitute, known by her generosity & noble courage.'
Dating from 1861 - Edo Period these old prints have been reframed by our skilled team in a simple matte black wood frame.
From Japan
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £15
More delivery options available on checkout
