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Courtesans of the Ogiya, from the book "Mirror of Beautiful Women of the Pleasure Quarters... 1776. Creator: Shunsho. Courtesans of the Ogiya, from the book "Mirror of Beautiful Women of the Pleasure Quarters... 1776. Creator: Shunsho
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Courtesans of the Ogiya, from the book "Mirror of Beautiful Women of the Pleasure Quarters... 1776. Creator: Shunsho. Courtesans of the Ogiya, from the book "Mirror of Beautiful Women of the Pleasure Quarters... 1776. Creator: Shunsho
Courtesans of the Ogiya, from the book "Mirror of Beautiful Women of the Pleasure Quarters (Seiro bijin awase sugata kagami), " vol. 1, Japan, 1776
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Courtesans of the Ogiya" is a stunning double-page illustration from the 1776 book "Mirror of Beautiful Women of the Pleasure Quarters" by the renowned Japanese artist Shunsho. This exquisite color woodblock print showcases four elegant courtesans of the Ogiya, a famous pleasure quarter in Edo, Japan during the eighteenth century. The courtesans are depicted in their finest kimonos, adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors, against a backdrop of a serene garden filled with blooming plants and trees. The courtesans are engaged in various activities, reflecting their refined and leisurely lifestyle. One is playing an instrument, another is admiring a flower, while the third is engaged in a conversation with a male companion. The fourth courtesan, dressed in a striking pink kimono, appears to be watching a cockfighting match, a popular blood sport of the time. This double-page print is a prime example of the Katsukawa School, a leading artistic school of the Edo period, and is attributed to Shunsho or Yusuke Miyagawa, a master of the genre. The print's meticulous attention to detail and the naturalistic representation of the courtesans and their surroundings demonstrate the artistic skill and creativity of the time. The "Mirror of Beautiful Women of the Pleasure Quarters" was a popular book during the Edo period, showcasing the beauty and elegance of courtesans, who were considered cultural icons and symbols of refinement and sophistication in Japanese society. This print is a testament to the enduring allure and influence of Japanese art and literature from the eighteenth century.
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