KUNISADA (1786–1865). Holding a letter
Artist:
Utagawa Kunisada (1786–1865)
Subject:
A young woman with a letter in her hand.
Series:
Bijin kyokusui en
Signature:
Kōchōrō Kunisada ga
Date:
1834. Square seal of kiwame censorship and dating (Tempō 5)
Publisher:
Iseya Ichiemon
Size:
Uchiwa-e (Print for rigid fan) 22.5x27.8 cm.
Medium:
Woodblock color print
Remarks:
Fan prints are always particularly rare. This Kunisada specimen from the 1830s is notable for the exceptional finesse of the impression.
Conditions:
Excellent impression, fresh colours, in very good condition.
Item no:
B208