🌏 Description
Step into the poetic elegance of Edo-period femininity with this refined ukiyo-e by Chōbunsai Eishi, titled “Beauty with Willow Thread.” Known for his tall, graceful bijin-ga (beauty portraits), Eishi elevates the idealized female figure into a realm of stylized grace and emotional restraint. In this particular work, a young woman delicately handles thread beneath the soft drape of a willow tree—an emblem of fleeting time and quiet introspection. Every detail, from the hair ornaments to the gentle fall of fabric, speaks of seasonal delicacy and timeless allure.
🔹 Key Features
• Original bijin-ga by Chōbunsai Eishi (1756–1829), master of elegance
• Depicts the poetic theme of a woman with willow thread
• Exceptional linework and subtle coloration
• Symbolic portrayal of transience and femininity
• Rare collector’s print with refined Edo-period aesthetics
🌏 Description
Step into the dramatic world of Edo-period theater with Kunichika’s Shiranami Jiroyoshi Kuzo, a striking woodblock portrait from the late 19th century. Renowned for his bold kabuki actor prints, Toyohara Kunichika captures the compelling presence of the rogue hero Kuzo Ichikawa—his gaze intense, his garments richly patterned. This ukiyo-e is more than portraiture; it is an echo of stagecraft, rebellion, and the flamboyant energy of Meiji-era performance art. The vivid background symbols and fine textile detail speak to the theatrical grandeur of the time.
🔹 Key Features
• Original design by renowned Meiji-era artist Toyohara Kunichika
• Bold depiction of kabuki actor Ichikawa Kuzo as Shiranami Jiroyoshi
• Fine patterns and expressive brushwork on costume and background
• Vivid colors and traditional pigment style preserved
• A powerful addition to any kabuki or ukiyo-e collection
🌏 Description
Enter a world where myth and reality intertwine—Yokai-dō Fifty-Three Stations reimagines Hiroshige’s iconic Tōkaidō series through the lens of Japanese folklore. In this Shōno edition, the tranquil post town is overtaken by mischievous yokai—spirits, monsters, and shapeshifters—who dance through rainstorms and moonlit fields. Blending humor, horror, and nostalgia, this print pays homage to the floating world while inviting viewers into a realm of the fantastical.
🔹 Key Features
• A modern reinterpretation of Hiroshige’s Tōkaidō series
• Features detailed yokai illustrations rooted in Edo-period myth
• Printed in traditional woodblock style
• Unique combination of classical scenery and supernatural themes
• Collectible as part of the full 53-station yokai set
🌏 Description
Elegant and intimate, “Eri Wash” by Utagawa Toyokuni captures a moment of quiet beauty from the Edo period — a woman delicately tending to her neckline, wrapped in the privacy of her daily routine. Framed with subtle sophistication, this ukiyo-e beauty painting invites the viewer to witness a gesture both ordinary and sensual. The gentle slope of her shoulder, the curve of her gaze, and the flowing lines of her kimono all reflect the refined femininity of Edo bijin-ga. Framed and ready for display, this work reminds us that grace lies not in spectacle, but in the stillness of small moments.
🔹 Key Features
• Authentic reproduction of Utagawa Toyokuni’s bijin-ga masterpiece
• Elegant portrayal of feminine beauty in a quiet daily scene
• Framed for immediate display or gifting
• Classic Edo-period aesthetics and composition
• Ideal for lovers of Japanese art, history, and traditional elegance
