CONTEST OF FLOWERS AT THEIR MOST ATTRACTIVE: DAYLILY (Utagawa Kunisada)

$150.00

Object: original Japanese woodblock print
Genre: shunga 春画 erotic art

Artist: attrib. Utagawa Kunisada 歌川国貞 (1786-1865)
From the series: Contest of Flowers at Their Most Attractive 花の色さかり競
Print title: Daylily わすれぐさ

Material: washi 和紙 Japanese paper
Technique: nishiki-e 錦絵 multi-coloured woodblock printing

Period: ca. 1840s
Condition: fair, restored wormholes, backing
Dimensions: 12 x 8.5 cm

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This original Japanese woodblock print belongs to the shunga (erotic art) genre and is attributed to Utagawa Kunisada (1786–1865). Titled “Daylily”, the artwork originates from the series “Contest of Flowers at Their Most Attractive” and dates back to circa the 1840s. It was crafted on washi Japanese paper utilizing the nishiki-e multi-coloured woodblock printing technique. The piece measures 12 by 8.5 centimeters and is in fair condition, featuring backing and restored wormholes. Additionally, the item comes with guaranteed authenticity, free worldwide shipping, and returns accepted.