Utagawa KUNISADA II (1823-90): A courtesan and her attendant in festive clothes.

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Artist: Utagawa KUNISADA II (1823-90)

Title:A courtesan and her attendant in festive clothes.

Series: A Competition of Modern Beauties

Publisher:Tsuta-ya Kichizô

Date:1851-52

Medium:woodblock print

Size/Format:ôban tate-e (c. 14 1/2" x 10")

Description:From a set of twelve prints depicting 'Modern Beauties' set against waterfalls; the waterfall insets are executed in shades of blue, - a stylistic element. Such prints are called 'aizuri-e' (blue pictures).

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Utagawa KUNISADA II (1823-90): A courtesan and her attendant in festive clothes.

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