Utagawa TOYOKUNI II ( TOYOSHIGE ) (1777-1835)

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A courtesan with a toothpick and playing with a cat compared to the actor Iwai Hanshiro V ( inset in a sake cup top right ). From a series Imayo bijin awase, shinsei sugatami sakazuki, “A Comparison of Modern Beauties – A New Mirror of Sake Cups.” Published by Imariya Ushizo, c 1820-24.

Very good impression, colour and condition. Extensive mica added to the coat of the courtesan. Signed Toyokuni ga.

Status: Sold