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| Artist |
Kunisada (attrib.) (1786-1865) |
| Title |
"The High-ranking Courtesan" (given name) |
| Date |
ca1830's/40's |
| Series |
na |
| Publisher |
Privately printed. |
| Seal, Carver/Printer |
na |
| Image Size |
3 1/2 x 5 ("koban yoko-e") |
| Impression |
Very Fine. "Gauffrage" to white collar, red undergarment, man's jacket, and white background screen; "burnishing" to black obi laid on floor; crisp "key-lines," very highly detailed carving. |
| Condition |
Excellent. Excellent colors. (Very slight wear, few backing remnants.) |
| Reference/Illus |
na |
| Comments |
A high-ranking courtesan clutches a roll of tissues as her partner engages her in lovemaking. A wonderful "shunga" print in exceptional condition. |
| Item # |
BG-107 |
| Price |
$175 (Reserved) |
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