Woman with a Letter and a Saleswoman

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Title

Woman with a Letter and a Saleswoman

Creator

Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III)
Japanese, 1786 - 1864

Date

1864

Format

woodblock print
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.

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.