Utagawa KUNIYOSHI (1797-1861)

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An aizuri-e print of the courtesan Hontsue of the Daimonjiya House in the Yoshiwara, Edo. Seated on a ledge, she holds an extremely long pipe and is compared to one of the sights of Edo: The Ryogoku Bridge. Published by Kawaguchiya Chozo, c 1830s.

Fine impression, colour and condition. Signed Ichiyusai Kuniyoshi ga.

Status: Sold