Nishikawa Sukenobu Collection

Courtesans on Procession from Ehon tokiwagusa (Eternal Flowers, A Picture Book.), 1730. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Courtesans on Procession from Ehon tokiwagusa (Eternal Flowers, A Picture Book.), 1730

Two Girls Under Plum Tree. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Two Girls Under Plum Tree

Woman Looking at a Hanging Scroll, c. 1740s. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu (Japanese, 1671-1754)
Woman Looking at a Hanging Scroll, c. 1740s

Women of the Green Houses, Second quarter of 18th century. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Women of the Green Houses, Second quarter of 18th century. Attributed to Nishikawa Sukenobu

Young Girl Carrying a Flower Arrangement, first half of 18th century

Infants first visit to a Shinto shrine, Edo period, late 17th-early 18th century

Night View, Nihonbashi (colour woodblock print)
1766571 Night View, Nihonbashi (colour woodblock print) by Ogura Ryuson (fl.1880-1890); 25x35.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Night View, Nihonbashi. Ogura Ryuson (fl.1880-1890)

Three Courtesans Weaving Silk. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Three Courtesans Weaving Silk

A Courtesan Followed by Two Girl Attendants, ca. 1690-1751. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
A Courtesan Followed by Two Girl Attendants, ca. 1690-1751

Two Women Reclining on the Floor of a Room and Reading a Book, ca. 1730. ca. 1730
Two Women Reclining on the Floor of a Room and Reading a Book, ca. 1730

Lady Interrupting Her Lover, who is Playing the Shamisen. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Lady Interrupting Her Lover, who is Playing the Shamisen

Lady Playing Shamisen, with Her Lover and Attendant Nearby. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Lady Playing Shamisen, with Her Lover and Attendant Nearby

Lady Ise by the Riverbank, late 18th century. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Lady Ise by the Riverbank, late 18th century

Three Beauties, 18th century. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Three Beauties, 18th century

Woman and Attendant, 18th century. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Woman and Attendant, 18th century

Courtesan and Attendant Playing with a Dog, ca. 1716-1736. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Courtesan and Attendant Playing with a Dog, ca. 1716-1736

The God Izanagi and Goddess Izanami, 18th century. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
The God Izanagi and Goddess Izanami, 18th century

Three women and male servant, 1730, (1924). Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Three women and male servant, 1730, (1924). From " Ehon Tokiwa-Gusa" by Nishikawa Sukenobu, [1730]. Published in " Block Printing & Book Illustration in Japan"

Rough sketching, 1736 (1886). From an engraving after Nishikawa Sukenobu in the E-hon tama kadzura. A print from The Pictorial Arts of Japan, by William Anderson, Sampson Low, Marston, Searle

The Rambles of Motonobu, 18th century (1886). Artist: Witherby & Co
The Rambles of Motonobu, 18th century (1886). The artist Kano Motonobu (1476-1559) resting on a walk and enjoying the landscape around him. From a drawing by Nishikawa Sukenobu

Sesshiu and the Pictured Rats, 18th century (1886). From a drawing by Nishikawa Sukenobu. Engraved in the E-hon Yamato Hiji

Print. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Print

Three Beauties Edo period 1615-1868 18th century
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Nishikawa Sukenobu, a renowned Japanese artist from the 18th century, captured the essence of beauty and elegance in his exquisite artworks. In "Two Girls Under Plum Tree, " he portrays two young girls enjoying the delicate blossoms, symbolizing youth and vitality. The attention to detail is remarkable as seen in "Woman Looking at a Hanging Scroll, " where every brushstroke brings life to her contemplative gaze. Sukenobu's art also reflects everyday life during that era. In "Young Girl Carrying a Flower Arrangement, " he showcases the gracefulness of a girl carrying flowers with utmost care. Similarly, in "Infants' First Visit to a Shinto Shrine, " we witness an important cultural tradition being celebrated through his meticulous depiction. The artist's versatility shines through various mediums such as woodblock prints like "Night View, Nihonbashi. " This captivating piece transports us to bustling streets illuminated by lanterns, capturing the vibrant atmosphere of Edo period Japan. Sukenobu's expertise extends beyond daily scenes; he also delves into portraying courtesans and their lives. In "Three Courtesans Weaving Silk, " we glimpse into their world of craftsmanship and skillful artistry. Meanwhile, in "A Courtesan Followed by Two Girl Attendants, " we witness their entourage accompanying them on their journeys. The artist explores intimate moments too - like in "Two Women Reclining on the Floor of a Room and Reading a Book" or when love is interrupted in “Lady Interrupting Her Lover. ” These paintings offer glimpses into private spaces filled with emotions. Music plays an essential role throughout Sukenobu's works: be it lovers bonding over shamisen playing or ladies engrossed in melodies themselves. Such instances can be observed in both “Lady Playing Shamisen” and “Lady Ise by the Riverbank. ” Lastly, Sukenobu's fascination with beauty is evident in "Three Beauties.