<b>SNOW AND VERANDA</b> / Utagawa Toyokuni III (Kunisada)c. 1840–1850<B>SOLD</B></em>
ARTIST: Utagawa Toyokuni III (Kunisada) (1786-1865)
TITLE: Snow and Veranda
MEDIUM: Woodblock print
DATE: c. 1840–1850
DIMENSIONS: 14 ¼ x 29 ½ inches (measurements as assembled)
CONDITION: Excellent; album backing
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ARTIST: Utagawa Toyokuni III (Kunisada) (1786-1865)
TITLE: Snow and Veranda
MEDIUM: Woodblock print
DATE: c. 1840–1850
DIMENSIONS: 14 ¼ x 29 ½ inches (measurements as assembled)
CONDITION: Excellent; album backing
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SOLD
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ARTIST: Utagawa Toyokuni III (Kunisada) (1786-1865)
TITLE: Snow and Veranda
MEDIUM: Woodblock print
DATE: c. 1840–1850
DIMENSIONS: 14 ¼ x 29 ½ inches (measurements as assembled)
CONDITION: Excellent; album backing
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SOLD
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Details
In this exquisite woodblock print by Utagawa Toyokuni III (Kunisada), a scene of elegance and intrigue unfolds. The triptych captures a group of high-ranking courtesans gracefully strolling along a wooden veranda, each adorned in their most fashionable attire, exuding an air of sophistication and refinement. Against the backdrop of a freshly fallen snow landscape, figures can be seen holding umbrellas, cautiously navigating the snowy terrain. This juxtaposition of the luxurious setting with the serene beauty of the winter landscape offers a captivating glimpse into the intimate lives of Japan's most elusive figures—the high-ranking courtesans. Through Toyokuni III's masterful craftsmanship, this woodblock print not only captures the opulence of the courtesan's world but also invites viewers to contemplate the complexities and nuances of Japanese society during this era.
Connoisseur's Note
This triptych is in excellent condition. It retains its original album backing. The impression is razor-sharp, with a strong woodgrain pattern visible throughout the composition. The print's colors are also in a fine state of preservation.
