{"title":"Isoda Koryusai","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"a-girl-hanging-up-a-mosquito-net-canopy-over-her-bed-isoda-koryusai","title":"A Girl Hanging up a Mosquito Net Canopy over Her Bed - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai showing a woman preparing a mosquito net in a traditional interior setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai depicts a domestic scene from the Edo period. A young woman is shown in the act of suspending a mosquito net, a common summer task in traditional Japanese households. Her posture is elongated, a stylistic choice characteristic of Koryūsai, who was known for his refined depictions of women. The composition balances the verticality of the figure with the geometric forms of the room, including the folding screen decorated with pine motifs and the bamboo-slatted window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoryūsai, a former samurai who turned to printmaking, produced a large body of work during the 1770s and 1780s. His prints often focus on the daily lives of women, capturing quiet moments of activity. The colour palette remains muted, relying on soft ochres, pale greys, and subtle ink tones to define the space. A small cat sits near the base of the screen, adding a sense of stillness to the interior. The print demonstrates the technical precision of the nishiki-e process, where multiple woodblocks were used to apply different colours to the paper. The lines are delicate, tracing the folds of the woman's kimono and the structure of the canopy with clarity. This work provides a view into the aesthetic preferences of the period, where the arrangement of interior elements was as important as the human subject. The inclusion of the birdcage and the screen suggests a setting of comfort and seclusion. Koryūsai's work remains a primary source for understanding the fashion and domestic habits of the urban classes in eighteenth-century Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/mountains-and-rivers-along-the-kisokaido-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMountains and Rivers Along the Kisokaidō - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/jo-and-uba-of-takasago-looking-at-the-rising-sun-totoya-hokkei\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eJo and Uba of Takasago Looking at the Rising Sun - Totoya Hokkei — Totoya Hokkei\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58901358379343,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58901393604943,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58901393637711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58901393670479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58901393703247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58901393736015,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58901393768783,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58901393801551,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58901393834319,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58901393867087,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58901393899855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58901393932623,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/A-Girl-Hanging-up-a-Mosquito-Net-Canopy-over-Her-Bed_Poster_CompositorV1_1790568249676.jpg?v=1790579524"},{"product_id":"the-courtesan-hitomachi-of-the-tsutaya-brothel-isoda-koryusai","title":"The Courtesan Hitomachi of the Tsutaya Brothel - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined depiction of the courtesan Hitomachi and her attendants by the Japanese artist Isoda Koryūsai, rendered in ink and colour on silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Isoda Koryūsai depicts the courtesan Hitomachi, accompanied by two young attendants, known as kamuro. The composition belongs to the series Hinagata wakana no hatsu moyō, which translates to A Pattern Book of the Year’s First Designs, Fresh as Spring Herbs. Koryūsai, a former samurai who transitioned to a career as a printmaker and painter, is recognised for his refined depictions of women in the Yoshiwara pleasure district.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are positioned against a neutral background, with a pine tree providing a vertical element to the left. The courtesan wears a layered kimono featuring floral motifs, while her attendants mirror her style in smaller scale. The use of ink and colour on silk allows for subtle gradations in the fabric folds and facial expressions. The artist employs a delicate line quality to define the contours of the figures and the texture of the pine needles. The overall arrangement is balanced, focusing on the social hierarchy and the fashion of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoryūsai was active during the mid-to-late eighteenth century, a period when the ukiyo-e genre reached a high level of technical sophistication. His work often appeared in both print and painting formats, with this particular piece demonstrating his skill in brushwork on silk. The inclusion of the kamuro provides a narrative element, suggesting a scene of daily life within the brothel. The muted palette, dominated by soft blues, pinks, and earth tones, reflects the aesthetic preferences of the era. This piece offers a view into the visual culture of Edo-period Japan, where the lives of courtesans were documented with precision and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/frolicking-figures-and-animals-kawanabe-kyosai\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFrolicking Figures and Animals - Kawanabe Kyōsai — Kawanabe Kyōsai\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/mountains-and-rivers-along-the-kisokaido-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMountains and Rivers Along the Kisokaidō - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58918806421839,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58918913802575,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58918913835343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58918913868111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58918913900879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58918913933647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58918913966415,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58918913999183,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58918914031951,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58918914064719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58918914097487,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58918914130255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Courtesan-Hitomachi-of-the-Tsutaya-Brothel_Poster_CompositorV1_1790689926982.jpg?v=1790690434"},{"product_id":"untitled-child-with-large-hat-and-plum-branch-isoda-koryusai","title":"Untitled (Child with Large Hat and Plum Branch) - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai featuring a child with a large hat and a flowering plum branch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai depicts a young child seated on the floor, holding a large, circular hat above their head. Beside the figure sits a slender vase containing a flowering plum branch. The child wears a garment decorated with a rabbit motif, rendered in soft, muted tones that are characteristic of the artist's palette during this period. Koryūsai, a former samurai who became a prolific printmaker, is recognised for his contributions to the development of the hashira-e (pillar print) format and his refined depictions of figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is balanced, with the circular form of the hat echoing the rounded shape of the vase. The background is minimal, featuring only stylized clouds at the top, which directs the viewer's attention to the central figure and the delicate floral arrangement. The lines are precise and controlled, typical of the mid-Edo period printmaking tradition. The use of colour is restrained, relying on earthy ochres, soft oranges, and subtle greys to create a sense of quietude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoryūsai was active during a time when Ukiyo-e was shifting towards more sophisticated colour printing techniques. His work often captures domestic scenes or figures in moments of gentle activity. This print demonstrates his ability to combine decorative elements, such as the patterned fabric of the child's clothing, with a clear, uncluttered narrative. The inclusion of the rabbit, a symbol often associated with the moon in Japanese folklore, adds a layer of cultural nuance to the scene. This piece is a fine example of the aesthetic sensibilities prevalent in eighteenth-century Japanese print culture, where the interplay between human subjects and natural motifs was a common theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/evening-glow-at-ryogoku-bridge-keisai-eisen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Glow at Ryogoku Bridge - Keisai Eisen — Keisai Eisen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/vehicles-on-the-streets-of-tokyo-utagawa-yoshitora\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVehicles on the Streets of Tokyo - Utagawa Yoshitora — Utagawa Yoshitora\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58961905189199,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58962416828751,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58962416861519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58962416894287,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58962416927055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58962416959823,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58962416992591,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58962417025359,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58962417058127,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58962417090895,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58962417123663,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58962417156431,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-Child-with-Large-Hat-and-Plum-Branch-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790752466518.jpg?v=1790753276"},{"product_id":"painting-the-eyes-on-a-snow-rabbit-isoda-koryusai","title":"Painting the Eyes on a Snow Rabbit - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate Ukiyo-e painting by Isoda Koryūsai showing a woman and child crafting a snow rabbit in a winter interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Isoda Koryūsai depicts a domestic winter scene, capturing a moment of quiet activity. A woman kneels on a tatami mat, carefully applying ink to the eyes of a small rabbit sculpted from snow. A child stands beside her, holding the tray that supports the snow figure, while a second woman stands nearby, observing the process. The presence of a shamisen leaning against the wall suggests a setting within a refined household.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition balances the figures against a snowy exterior visible through the open sliding doors. Koryūsai employs a muted palette, allowing the red of the child's kimono and the woman's collar to provide visual contrast against the soft greens and greys of the interior. The snow-covered branches outside provide a seasonal context, reinforcing the ephemeral nature of the snow rabbit itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoryūsai, a former samurai who transitioned to professional printmaking, is known for his mastery of the hashira-e (pillar print) format and his depictions of bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women). This painting demonstrates his ability to render domestic life with precision and grace. The lines are controlled and deliberate, typical of the Ukiyo-e tradition, where the focus remains on the harmony between the human subjects and their immediate environment. The work reflects the cultural practice of creating snow sculptures, a popular winter pastime in Edo-period Japan. The attention to the textures of the silk, the patterns on the kimonos, and the subtle expressions of the figures reveals the technical skill involved in producing such genre scenes for the urban merchant class of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/jo-and-uba-of-takasago-looking-at-the-rising-sun-totoya-hokkei\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eJo and Uba of Takasago Looking at the Rising Sun - Totoya Hokkei — Totoya Hokkei\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/frolicking-figures-and-animals-kawanabe-kyosai\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFrolicking Figures and Animals - Kawanabe Kyōsai — Kawanabe Kyōsai\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970338492751,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970400588111,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970400620879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970400653647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970400686415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970400719183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970400751951,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970400784719,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970400817487,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970400850255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970400883023,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970400915791,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Painting-the-Eyes-on-a-Snow-Rabbit_Poster_CompositorV1_1790808042473.jpg?v=1790809394"},{"product_id":"disguised-or-transformed-hotei-isoda-koryusai","title":"Disguised or Transformed Hotei - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming ukiyo-e woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai, depicting a domestic scene that playfully reimagines the deity Hotei through the figures of a woman and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai depicts a playful domestic scene, subverting the traditional iconography of the Seven Lucky Gods. Hotei, typically represented as a rotund, jovial monk carrying a large cloth sack, appears here in a transformed state. The composition features a woman interacting with children who mimic the attributes of the deity, blending mythological themes with the everyday life of the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoryūsai, a former samurai who became a prolific printmaker, demonstrates his skill in balancing narrative elements with decorative patterns. The figures are arranged within a domestic interior, defined by tatami mats and sliding screens. The artist employs a muted colour palette, characteristic of the mid-Edo period, where soft ochres, muted reds, and greens create a harmonious atmosphere. The lines are precise and controlled, typical of the ukiyo-e style, which prioritised clarity and graphic impact. The children, dressed in patterned robes, engage with the central female figure, their gestures suggesting a lighthearted moment of play. The inclusion of the pine motif on the screen adds a layer of symbolic depth, often associated with longevity and endurance in Japanese art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work belongs to a series exploring the Seven Lucky Gods through the lens of contemporary genre painting. By placing these figures in a mundane setting, Koryūsai brings the divine down to the human level, a common practice in the ukiyo-e tradition. The print reflects the aesthetic values of the time, where the beauty of line and the balance of space were as important as the subject matter itself. The composition remains flat, focusing on the arrangement of figures and textiles rather than three-dimensional depth, which allows the viewer to appreciate the graphic quality of the robes and the surrounding architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/shimosuwa-from-sixty-nine-stations-of-the-kisokaido-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eShimosuwa, from Sixty-Nine Stations of the Kisokaidō - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/view-of-benten-shrine-on-nakanoshima-island-in-shinobazu-pond-ueno-park-utagawa-hiroshige-iii\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eView of Benten Shrine on Nakanoshima Island in Shinobazu Pond, Ueno Park - Utagawa Hiroshige III — Utagawa Hiroshige III\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970497745231,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970515341647,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970515374415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970515407183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970515439951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970515472719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970515505487,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970515538255,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970515571023,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970515603791,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970515636559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970515669327,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Disguised-or-Transformed-Hotei_Poster_CompositorV1_1790810232243.jpg?v=1790810443"},{"product_id":"the-courtesan-karahama-of-yamashiroya-performing-the-tea-ceremony-isoda-koryusai","title":"The Courtesan Karahama of Yamashiroya Performing the Tea Ceremony - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai depicting the courtesan Karahama performing a traditional tea ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai belongs to the series Models for Fashions: New Designs as Fresh as Young Leaves. The composition depicts the courtesan Karahama of the Yamashiroya house engaged in the ritual of the tea ceremony. Koryūsai, a former samurai who transitioned to professional printmaking, was known for his refined depictions of women in the Yoshiwara pleasure district.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is structured around the central figure of Karahama, who is seated while preparing tea. Her posture is relaxed, and her gaze is directed toward the tea bowl. She is accompanied by two attendants, one of whom stands behind a folding screen decorated with a bamboo motif. The artist employs a muted palette, relying on soft ochre, muted green, and terracotta tones to define the garments and the interior space. The patterns on the kimonos are rendered with precision, reflecting the contemporary fashion trends of the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoryūsai was a master of the hashira-e (pillar print) format, though this work adheres to the standard vertical format common in bijin-ga, or pictures of beautiful women. The lines are delicate and controlled, characteristic of the artist's mature style. The inclusion of the tea utensils, such as the whisk and the tea jar, provides a sense of domesticity and quiet focus. The background remains largely neutral, allowing the viewer to concentrate on the figures and their interaction. This print serves as a record of the aesthetic values and social customs of the late eighteenth-century urban elite in Japan. 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Koryūsai, a former samurai who transitioned to the life of a professional artist, became a prolific producer of ukiyo-e prints during the mid-Edo period. His work often focused on the lives of women, ranging from courtesans to domestic subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition employs the characteristic flat perspective of the period. The figures are arranged in a quiet, interior space, defined by simple architectural lines and the presence of a window frame. The child, positioned in the foreground, reaches upward toward the seated women, creating a sense of interaction that anchors the narrative. The colour palette is restrained, relying on muted earth tones, soft greens, and faded reds, which is typical of the printing techniques available in the late eighteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoryūsai was known for his mastery of the hashira-e (pillar print) format, though this work demonstrates his ability to manage multi-figure compositions within a standard vertical frame. The lines are delicate, capturing the folds of the kimono and the gentle expressions of the subjects without unnecessary ornamentation. The print reflects the aesthetic values of the ukiyo-e school, which prioritised the depiction of everyday life and the fleeting moments of the floating world. The inclusion of a small toy on the floor adds a touch of realism to the scene, suggesting a lived-in environment. This print offers a view into the domestic sphere of the Edo period, presented with the technical precision and stylistic grace associated with Koryūsai's mature career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/evening-glow-at-ryogoku-bridge-keisai-eisen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Glow at Ryogoku Bridge - Keisai Eisen — Keisai Eisen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/nihonbashi-bridge-and-edobashi-bridge-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi Bridge and Edobashi Bridge - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970682982735,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970700284239,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970700317007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970700349775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970700382543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970700415311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970700448079,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970700480847,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970700513615,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970700546383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970700579151,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970700611919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Mrs_Poster_CompositorV1_1790812465996.jpg?v=1790815515"},{"product_id":"girl-accompanied-by-an-elder-attendant-walking-by-a-stream-isoda-koryusai","title":"Girl Accompanied by an Elder Attendant Walking by a Stream - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai depicting two women in traditional attire walking by a stream, showcasing the elegance of the bijin-ga genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai depicts two women in a serene outdoor setting. The composition follows the conventions of the bijin-ga genre, which focuses on the representation of beautiful women. Koryūsai, a former samurai who turned to printmaking, was known for his refined line work and his ability to capture the subtle interactions between figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe younger woman, dressed in a kimono adorned with crane motifs, walks alongside an elder attendant. The attendant wears a more subdued, striped garment. Their postures suggest a quiet, rhythmic movement as they traverse the bank of a stream. The background is minimal, featuring a simple bamboo fence and cloud outlines, which directs the viewer's attention to the figures and the patterns of their clothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoryūsai was a prolific artist during the mid-Edo period. He is particularly recognised for his hashira-e (pillar prints), though this work demonstrates his skill with larger formats. The colour palette is restrained, relying on soft earth tones, muted oranges, and greys. This choice of colour allows the fine details of the fabric patterns to emerge without overwhelming the viewer. The print reflects the aesthetic values of the time, where elegance was found in the balance of form and the careful observation of daily life. The artist's signature and the series title are visible in the upper right and lower left corners, typical of the period's print production. This piece offers a glimpse into the fashion and social customs of the eighteenth-century urban class in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/evening-glow-at-ryogoku-bridge-keisai-eisen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Glow at Ryogoku Bridge - Keisai Eisen — Keisai Eisen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/nihonbashi-bridge-and-edobashi-bridge-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi Bridge and Edobashi Bridge - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970698350927,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970734526799,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970734559567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970734592335,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970734625103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970734657871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970734690639,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970734723407,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970734756175,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970734788943,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970734821711,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970734854479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Girl-Accompanied-by-an-Elder-Attendant-Walking-by-a-Stream_Poster_CompositorV1_1790813711513.jpg?v=1790815996"},{"product_id":"seeing-each-other-with-a-view-to-marriage-isoda-koryusai","title":"Seeing Each Other with a View to Marriage - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA traditional Japanese woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai depicting a formal marriage negotiation scene from the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai depicts a formal meeting between two parties, arranged with the intention of marriage. The scene is set within a domestic or temple environment, indicated by the architectural elements and the raised wooden platform where the male figures are seated. Koryūsai, a former samurai who transitioned to printmaking, is known for his refined depictions of contemporary life and his mastery of the hashira-e format, though this work follows a more traditional vertical composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are rendered with the characteristic elegance of the mid-Edo period. The women, dressed in patterned kimonos, stand to the left, while the men occupy the foreground and centre. The artist employs a balanced use of line and colour, typical of the ukiyo-e tradition, to convey the social tension and decorum inherent in such a meeting. The colour palette remains restrained, relying on soft earth tones and muted reds to define the architectural structure and the garments of the subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoryūsai was a prolific artist who produced a significant body of work during the 1770s and 1780s. His prints often capture the nuances of social interaction, from the subtle gestures of the figures to the specific details of their attire. This particular work provides a glimpse into the customs of the period, where marriage negotiations were conducted with careful attention to status and etiquette. The composition is structured to guide the eye across the scene, from the standing women to the seated men, creating a narrative flow that suggests the quiet gravity of the occasion. The print is a fine example of the genre, demonstrating the technical skill involved in multi-block printing during this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/evening-glow-at-ryogoku-bridge-keisai-eisen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Glow at Ryogoku Bridge - Keisai Eisen — Keisai Eisen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/nihonbashi-bridge-and-edobashi-bridge-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi Bridge and Edobashi Bridge - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58971838677327,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58971848835407,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58971848868175,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58971848900943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58971848933711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58971848966479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58971848999247,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58971849032015,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58971849064783,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58971849097551,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58971849130319,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58971849163087,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Seeing-Each-Other-with-a-View-to-Marriage_Poster_CompositorV1_1790841347096.jpg?v=1790841673"},{"product_id":"mother-and-child-at-play-isoda-koryusai","title":"Mother and Child at Play - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined hanging scroll painting by Isoda Koryūsai, depicting a mother and child interacting around a decorative screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hanging scroll by Isoda Koryūsai depicts a domestic scene involving a mother and her young child. The composition is structured around a central standing screen, which acts as a vertical axis for the figures. The mother, dressed in a kimono patterned with floral motifs, leans slightly toward the screen, while the child, clad in a red garment, reaches upward from the base. The use of a vertical format is characteristic of Koryūsai, who was known for his mastery of the hashira-e, or pillar print, and his skill in adapting figures to narrow spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoryūsai was a samurai who transitioned into the world of professional printmaking after the death of his lord. His work often features refined lines and a controlled colour palette. In this piece, the muted brown background provides a neutral field that allows the specific colours of the garments, such as the deep blue and red, to remain clear. The figures are rendered with a focus on posture and gesture, capturing a quiet moment of interaction. The screen itself features subtle decorative elements, adding a layer of visual interest without distracting from the primary subjects. The artist's signature is visible in the lower right corner, confirming his authorship of this silk painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of the Ukiyo-e school, Koryūsai contributed to the development of the bijin-ga genre, which focused on depictions of beautiful women. This work demonstrates his ability to balance decorative pattern with human form. The application of ink and colour on silk requires precision, as the medium does not allow for the corrections possible with other materials. The result is a work that maintains a sense of poise and balance, typical of the mid-Edo period aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/the-actor-segawa-kikunojo-ii-as-the-courtesan-umegae-suzuki-harunobu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Actor Segawa Kikunojo II as the Courtesan Umegae - Suzuki Harunobu — Suzuki Harunobu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/mountains-and-rivers-along-the-kisokaido-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMountains and Rivers Along the Kisokaidō - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59006666834255,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59006675616079,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59006675648847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59006675681615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59006675714383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59006675747151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59006675779919,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59006675812687,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59006675845455,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59006675878223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59006675910991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59006675943759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Mother-and-Child-at-Play_Poster_CompositorV1_1791161907572.jpg?v=1791163312"},{"product_id":"the-courtesan-karauta-of-the-ogiya-brothel-isoda-koryusai","title":"The Courtesan Karauta of the Ōgiya Brothel - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai depicting the courtesan Karauta and her attendants, showcasing the elegant fashion of the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai depicts the courtesan Karauta of the Ōgiya, accompanied by two young attendants, or kamuro. The work belongs to the series Hinagata wakana no hatsu moyō, which translates to A Pattern Book of the Year’s First Designs, Fresh as Spring Herbs. Koryūsai was a prolific designer of bijin-ga, or pictures of beautiful women, and this print demonstrates his focus on the fashion and posture of the Edo period pleasure quarters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition centres on Karauta, who stands in a graceful, slightly turned pose. Her elaborate kimono features motifs of pine trees and other seasonal elements, reflecting the series title. The two attendants flank her, creating a balanced arrangement that draws the eye toward the central figure. Koryūsai employs a refined line quality, typical of the mid-Edo period, to define the folds of the garments and the delicate features of the women. The colour palette is restrained, relying on soft earth tones and muted oranges, which allows the viewer to focus on the graphic quality of the textile patterns and the figures' silhouettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoryūsai was a samurai who transitioned to printmaking, and his work often displays a high degree of technical precision. This print is an example of the nishiki-e, or brocade print, technique, which allowed for multiple colours to be applied to a single sheet. The paper retains a warm, aged tone, characteristic of authentic woodblock prints from this era. The figures are depicted with the elongated proportions common in the artist's work, emphasising the elegance of the courtesan's attire and the social status of the subjects within the Yoshiwara district. This print provides a window into the aesthetic values of 18th-century Japan, where fashion, art, and the floating world intersected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/the-actor-segawa-kikunojo-ii-as-the-courtesan-umegae-suzuki-harunobu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Actor Segawa Kikunojo II as the Courtesan Umegae - Suzuki Harunobu — Suzuki Harunobu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/mountains-and-rivers-along-the-kisokaido-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMountains and Rivers Along the Kisokaidō - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59015966294351,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59015969014095,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59015969046863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59015969079631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59015969112399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59015969145167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59015969177935,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59015969210703,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59015969243471,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59015969276239,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59015969309007,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59015969341775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Courtesan-Karauta-of-the-giya-Brothel_Poster_CompositorV1_1791246109106.jpg?v=1791246950"},{"product_id":"the-oiran-sugawara-of-tsuru-ya-seated-beside-a-hibachi-isoda-koryusai","title":"The Oiran Sugawara of Tsuru-ya seated beside a hibachi - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai depicting the Oiran Sugawara and her attendants in a quiet moment around a hibachi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai depicts the Oiran Sugawara of the Tsuru-ya establishment. The composition centres on the courtesan and her attendants gathered around a hibachi, a traditional Japanese heating device. The artist employs a refined line quality to delineate the elaborate hairstyles and the layered kimono fabrics, which are decorated with subtle patterns. The scene captures a quiet moment of domesticity within the Yoshiwara pleasure district, a common subject for Ukiyo-e artists of the eighteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoryūsai was a samurai who transitioned to a career as a printmaker, and his work often displays a high degree of technical precision. The figures are rendered with the elongated proportions characteristic of his style during this period. The colour palette is restrained, relying on soft earth tones and muted reds to create a sense of harmony. The hibachi, supported by decorative feet, acts as the physical anchor for the three figures. The attendants are shown in various states of engagement, one reading a document while the other observes, adding a narrative layer to the static scene. The print demonstrates the artist's ability to balance negative space with the detailed rendering of textiles and personal adornment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of the Bijin-ga genre, which focuses on images of beautiful women, Koryūsai contributed to the development of the full-colour print, or nishiki-e. This particular work reflects the aesthetic values of the Edo period, where the lives of high-ranking courtesans were documented with both admiration and artistic scrutiny. The print remains a clear example of the formalised beauty standards and the material culture of the time, presented through the medium of traditional Japanese woodblock printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/evening-glow-at-ryogoku-bridge-keisai-eisen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Glow at Ryogoku Bridge - Keisai Eisen — Keisai Eisen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/bamboo-quay-by-kyobashi-bridge-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBamboo Quay by Kyōbashi Bridge - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59050352181583,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59050618323279,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59050618356047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59050618388815,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59050618421583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59050618454351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59050618487119,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59050618519887,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59050618552655,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59050618585423,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59050618618191,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59050618650959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Oiran-Sugawara-of-Tsuru-ya-seated-beside-a-hibachi_Poster_CompositorV1_1791418833763.jpg?v=1791419347"},{"product_id":"one-of-the-seven-komachi-amagoi-praying-for-rain-isoda-koryusai","title":"One of the Seven Komachi: Amagoi (Praying for Rain) - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai, depicting a scene from the 'Seven Komachi' series with elegant figures and seasonal motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai belongs to the series 'Furyū Nana Komachi' (Fashionable Seven Komachi). The series adapts the traditional themes associated with the ninth-century poet Ono no Komachi, reinterpreting them through the lens of contemporary Edo-period fashion and social life. In this specific composition, Koryūsai depicts the theme of 'Amagoi', or praying for rain, by showing a woman attaching a poem to a maple tree branch, accompanied by two attendants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual arrangement employs the characteristic flat perspective of the Ukiyo-e tradition. The figures are positioned before a bamboo fence, with a stylised moon and cloud formations providing a backdrop. Koryūsai uses a balanced colour palette, where the muted tones of the garments contrast with the autumnal red of the maple leaves. The line quality is calligraphic, defining the folds of the kimonos and the delicate features of the women with precision. The print demonstrates the artist's skill in capturing the grace of his subjects while maintaining the decorative requirements of the medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoryūsai was a prolific designer of prints during the mid-Edo period, known for his work in the 'hashira-e' (pillar print) format and his series depicting beautiful women. His approach to composition often involved placing figures in domestic or natural settings that allowed for the display of textile patterns and seasonal motifs. This work reflects the cultural interest in literary allusions, where the historical figure of Komachi is transformed into a contemporary beauty. The print serves as an example of the sophisticated aesthetic prevalent in the pleasure districts of Edo, where such images were produced for a growing urban audience interested in both fashion and classical poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/the-actor-segawa-kikunojo-ii-as-the-courtesan-umegae-suzuki-harunobu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Actor Segawa Kikunojo II as the Courtesan Umegae - Suzuki Harunobu — Suzuki Harunobu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/mountains-and-rivers-along-the-kisokaido-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMountains and Rivers Along the Kisokaidō - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59072247497039,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59072305496399,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59072305529167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59072305561935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59072305594703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59072305627471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59072305660239,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59072305693007,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59072305725775,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59072305758543,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59072305791311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59072305824079,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/One-of-the-Seven-Komachi_-Amagoi-Praying-for-Rain-_Poster_CompositorV1_1791516112453.jpg?v=1791516920"},{"product_id":"untitled-lovers-in-an-interior-isoda-koryusai","title":"Untitled (Lovers in an Interior) - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined shunga woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai, depicting a couple in a domestic interior with characteristic Edo-period detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai belongs to the shunga genre, a category of Japanese art depicting erotic subjects. Koryūsai was a samurai who transitioned into a professional artist, eventually becoming a prolific designer of ukiyo-e prints. His work often features refined compositions and a focus on the domestic lives of the urban population during the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene depicts a couple within a private interior space. The composition employs the characteristic flat perspective of the period, allowing the viewer to observe the domestic details, such as the tiered shelving unit containing ceramics and seasonal decorations. The artist uses a muted palette, relying on subtle variations of ochre, green, and soft terracotta to define the space. The figures are rendered with clean, precise lines, typical of the nishiki-e (brocade print) technique that allowed for multiple colours to be applied to a single sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoryūsai was known for his technical skill in managing the balance between the human figures and their surroundings. The patterned textiles of the clothing and the geometric screen in the background provide a visual rhythm that anchors the figures. This print demonstrates the artist's ability to integrate narrative elements with decorative design. The inclusion of calligraphy within the image area is a standard feature of the period, often providing context or poetic commentary on the scene. As a practitioner of the ukiyo-e style, Koryūsai captured the fleeting pleasures of the floating world, documenting the social customs and private moments of his contemporaries with a high degree of technical control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/mountains-and-rivers-along-the-kisokaido-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMountains and Rivers Along the Kisokaidō - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/daimyo-procession-to-edo-hishikawa-school\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDaimyo Procession to Edo - Hishikawa School — Hishikawa School\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086341964111,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086344520015,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086344552783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086344585551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086344618319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086344651087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086344683855,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086344716623,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086344749391,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086344782159,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086344814927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086344847695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-Lovers-in-an-Interior-_Poster_CompositorV1_1791681893742.jpg?v=1791682144"},{"product_id":"a-young-woman-seated-in-a-room-and-looking-at-a-kakemono-of-fukurokujin-isoda-koryusai","title":"A Young Woman Seated in a Room and Looking at a Kakemono of Fukurokujin - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai showing a woman contemplating a scroll of the deity Fukurokujin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai depicts a quiet domestic scene, characteristic of the Ukiyo-e genre. A young woman sits on the tatami floor, her gaze directed toward a hanging scroll, or kakemono, which features the deity Fukurokujin. The composition employs a balanced arrangement of interior elements, including a crane incense burner and the architectural lines of the room. Koryūsai, a former samurai who became a prolific printmaker, demonstrates his skill in capturing the subtle posture and attire of his subject. The woman wears a layered kimono, rendered with soft, muted tones that reflect the aesthetic preferences of the mid-Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inclusion of Fukurokujin, one of the Seven Lucky Gods, adds a layer of cultural context to the print. The deity is often associated with wisdom and longevity. The presence of the crane, a symbol of good fortune, further reinforces the auspicious nature of the scene. Koryūsai uses fine, controlled lines to define the contours of the figure and the surrounding objects. The print avoids excessive ornamentation, allowing the viewer to focus on the interaction between the woman and the scroll. The use of a cloud-shaped cartouche for the accompanying text is a common convention in Japanese prints of this era, integrating poetry or commentary into the visual field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work provides a glimpse into the daily life and spiritual interests of the period. The artist manages to convey a sense of stillness and contemplation through the subject's pose and the sparse, clean composition of the room. The print is a fine example of Koryūsai's ability to blend human portraiture with symbolic elements, creating a narrative that is both personal and culturally resonant. The muted palette ensures that the focus remains on the composition and the quiet interaction within the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/ladies-surrounding-a-cart-utamaro-ii\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLadies Surrounding a Cart - Utamaro II — Utamaro II\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086369718607,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086372176207,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086372208975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086372241743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086372274511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086372307279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086372340047,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086372372815,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086372405583,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086372438351,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086372471119,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086372503887,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/A-Young-Woman-Seated-in-a-Room-and-Looking-at-a-Kakemono-of-Fukurokujin_Poster_CompositorV1_1791683051010.jpg?v=1791683512"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/fr\/collections\/isoda-koryusai.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}