Sukenobu Nishikawa 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

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

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

Print. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Print

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Sukenobu Nishikawa, a prominent artist of the Edo period, captivated audiences with his exquisite depictions of everyday life in Japan. In "Two Girls Under Plum Tree, " he transports us to a serene garden where two young girls find solace under the delicate blossoms. The first half of the 18th century comes alive in "Young Girl Carrying a Flower Arrangement, " as we witness a girl gracefully balancing an arrangement that symbolizes beauty and harmony. In "Infants' First Visit to a Shinto Shrine, " Sukenobu captures the innocence and purity of this significant milestone. His masterpiece "Three Courtesans Weaving Silk" showcases not only their stunning beauty but also their skillful craftsmanship. The allure of courtesans continues in "A Courtesan Followed by Two Girl Attendants. " Here, Sukenobu portrays the intricate relationships between these women with great sensitivity. In another intimate scene, we observe two women reclining on the floor engrossed in reading, transporting us back to early 18th-century Japan. Music takes center stage as Sukenobu presents us with scenes like "Lady Interrupting Her Lover Playing Shamisen" and "Lady Playing Shamisen. " These artworks capture moments filled with passion and emotion. In his later works such as "Lady Ise by the Riverbank" and "Three Beauties, " Sukenobu's style evolves while maintaining its elegance. He masterfully depicts women against picturesque landscapes, showcasing both their inner strength and outer grace. With each stroke of his brush, Sukenobu immortalizes women from different walks of life. From noble ladies accompanied by attendants in “Woman and Attendant” to playful interactions between courtesans and animals in “Courtesan and Attendant Playing with a Dog, ” he reveals glimpses into their complex world.