Hitomoto of the Daimonjiya by Kitagawa Utamaro

Additional Pictures: Artist: Kitagawa Utamaro (1753-1806)

Woodblock Print Title: Hitomoto of the Daimonjiya, kamuro Senkaku and Banki, from the series Contest of Yoshiwara Beauties in Full Bloom (Hokkaku zensei kurabe)

1st Publication: 1805

Size: Oban; 10 1/2" x 15 1/2" (26.7 x 39.4 cm)

Date of this edition: 1805

Publisher: Unknown

Condition: Thin edo era backing, mild fading. Beautiful original colors left, including the very volatile pink color.

Pictures: Pictures are taken outdoor, in the shade, to reflect true colors, without any enhancements of any kind. The last picture is taken indoor, with a light behind the print, to reveal the exact paper grain, holes if any, or other possible flaws.