Hell Courtesan by Kawanabe Kyosai (Japanese, 1831–1889) Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) Beautiful women elegantly clad in rich, multilayered kimono were the most popular subjects of traditional Japanese artists and printmakers of the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. This courtesan, identified by the obi tied in front, is posed in a traditional manner Hanging scroll; ink, color, gold, and silver on silk Image: x cm (56 3/4 x 26 5/8 in.); Overall: x cm (92 x 36 1/4 in.)

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Size: 2325px × 5000px
Location: Ireland
Photo credit: © Historic Illustrations / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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