Utagawa TOYOKUNI (1769-1825)

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The elongated figure of the famous oiran Marino Yoyoharu parading with her kamuro Ikeno Yoyoume. Above, on a banner hanging from a tree, is the name and address of the courtesan’s location in the Yoshiwara: Sumimachi, Matsubaya uchi. Published by Tsuraya Juzaburo, c. 1796, Toyokuni’s best period. This courtesan was also depicted by Eisui and Utamaro and others around this date.

Fine impression and colour. Slight trimming and edge soil, otherwise good condition. Signed Toyokuni ga.

Status: Sold