Original Chikanobu (1838 - 1912) Japanese Woodblock Print
Edo, Flowers of Yoshiwara, the Courtesan Katsuragi, Fuwa Banzaemon and Nagoya Sanza, No. 6
Series; Snow, Moon, Flowers

Edo, Flowers of Yoshiwara, the Courtesan Katsuragi, Fuwa Banzaemon and Nagoya Sanza, No. 6 - Beautiful portrait of the famous courtesan Katsuragi sitting on a bench, accompanied by two young attendants. A shower of delicate cherry blossom petals falls gently as she remembers her previous life as the wife of the dishonored samurai Nagoya Sanza. To avoid poverty and assist Sanza, she sold herself into prostitution, taking the name Katsuragi, but she never stopped loving him. The inset above shows Sanza fighting with Fuwa Banzaemon, who had stolen a valuable scroll under his care, resulting in Sanza's banishment from his clan. A charming, pensive image, with intricate line work in the delicate blind.

Artist - Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)
Image Size - 12 3/4" x 8 1/2" + margins as shown
Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Small tear at edge, small cut from edge of baren during printing, repaired. Slight toning, a few creases, fold at side. Please see photos for details.