Home > Arts > Artists > K > Utagawa Kunisada
Fashionable Man Entertained in a House of Pleasure, circa 1847-1852. Creator: Utagawa Kunisada
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Fashionable Man Entertained in a House of Pleasure, circa 1847-1852. Creator: Utagawa Kunisada
Fashionable Man Entertained in a House of Pleasure, circa 1847-1852. The Fan-tossing Game
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 36369711
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
1850s Colour Woodblock Print Triptych Colourful Fashionable Gepparo Gototei Hand Held Handheld Ichiyosai Japanese Era Kinraisha Kochoro Kunisada Kunisada Utagawa Kunisada Utagawa I Recreation Recreational Shozo Throwing Toyokuni Iii Triptych Tsunda Shozo Utagawa Kunisada Utagawa Kunisada I Utagawa Toyokuni Iii
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> K
> Utagawa Kunisada
> Arts
> Artists
> T
> Utagawa Toyokuni
> Arts
> Artists
> U
> Toyokuni Utagawa
EDITORS COMMENTS
Utagawa Kunisada's triptych print, titled "Fashionable Man Entertained in a House of Pleasure" (circa 1847-1852), showcases a group of fashionable men and women engaged in leisure activities during the Edo period of Japan (1603-1868). The vibrant and colorful woodblock print, created by the renowned artist Kunisada (1786-1865), captures the essence of Japanese culture and fashion during this time. In the center image, a man in a stylish kimono, identified as Gototei, is shown tossing a fan to a woman, who is playfully catching it with a graceful smile. The fan-tossing game was a popular form of entertainment among the upper classes, and this image highlights the elegance and refinement of such recreational activities. To the left, another man, identified as Kinraisha, sits on a tatami mat, admiring the beauty of a woman in a traditional kimono, who is identified as Kochoro. She is depicted with a demure expression, holding a fan and wearing her hair in an intricate updo. The third image on the right shows two men, Shozo and Ichiyosai, engaged in a game of go, a strategic board game that was also a favorite pastime of the Japanese elite. This triptych print, with its letterbox format and panoramic composition, is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Japan during the Tokugawa period. The intricate details of the clothing, the naturalistic rendering of the figures, and the lively expressions on their faces make this a stunning work of art that continues to captivate viewers even today. The print is currently housed in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), and is a must-see for anyone interested in Japanese art, fashion, and history.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
