Kitagawa UTAMARO (1753-1806)

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A pillar print showing the courtesan Ariwara and her young attendant Arishige (below), both of the Tsuruya House. Utamaro’s output of hashira-e was not as great as some other artists, and they are especially difficult to find in good condition because of often being hung on pillars and in alcoves where they were subject to fading and toning. Another trimmed and somewhat faded impression is in the B.M. 1907, 0531, 0. 474. Published by Matsuyasu , c. 1803.

Fine impression. An area of slight fading of purple at centre, otherwise extremely well retained colour. Very good condition. Signed Utamaro hitsu.

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