Woman with a Letter and a Saleswoman
Title
Woman with a Letter and a Saleswoman
Creator
Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III)
Japanese, 1786 - 1864
Japanese, 1786 - 1864
Date
1864
Format
woodblock print
24.2 x 32 centimeters
24.2 x 32 centimeters
Type
print
Description
Kunisada began his apprenticeship around 1800 under the master Toyokuni (1769 - 1825) and became one of his chief pupils. the Utagawa school specialized in actor prints. Kunisada is also known as Toyokuni III. During his life, he has had a few pseudonyms, such as Ichiyusai or Gototei. In 1807 he published his first book of illustrations, and the following year, his first book of actor prints. During his lifetime, it has been estimated that he had produced more than 20,000 prints.
Collection
Citation
Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III)
Japanese, 1786 - 1864, “Woman with a Letter and a Saleswoman,” Ewing Gallery Permanent Collection, accessed May 18, 2024, https://ewinggallery.omeka.net/items/show/243.