{"title":"Katsukawa Shuncho","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"women-of-the-tatsumi-district-katsukawa-shuncho-1","title":"Women of the Tatsumi District - Katsukawa Shunchō","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunchō, depicting three women in a quiet domestic scene from the late eighteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunchō depicts three women in a domestic setting, a characteristic subject within the bijin-ga genre of Ukiyo-e art. The artist, a member of the Katsukawa school, was active during the late eighteenth century and is recognised for his graceful portrayals of figures. The composition features three women engaged in quiet, everyday activities. One woman kneels, examining a small object, while another stands centrally, cradling a cat. A third woman stands to the left, adjusting a garment. The figures are rendered with slender proportions and elegant, flowing lines, typical of the aesthetic preferences of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical precision of Edo-period woodblock printing. The colour palette is restrained, relying on soft tones that complement the paper texture. The garments display varied patterns, from geometric designs to subtle floral motifs, which add visual interest without overwhelming the composition. The use of negative space allows the figures to occupy the frame with a sense of balance and calm. Shunchō often focused on the subtle interactions between his subjects, capturing a fleeting moment of leisure rather than a dramatic narrative event. The inclusion of the cat provides a touch of domestic realism, grounding the scene in the daily life of the Tatsumi district. This work reflects the artistic conventions of the time, where the focus remained on the depiction of contemporary fashion, posture, and the refined manners of women in urban Japan. The print serves as a record of the aesthetic values and social customs prevalent in the late eighteenth century, presented through the medium of the multi-block colour print.\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\/moon-pine-in-ueno-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;\"\u003eMoon Pine in Ueno - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/a-branch-of-plum-umegoe-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" 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 Branch of Plum (Umegoe) - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Katsukawa Shunchō","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58922704699727,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58922897768783,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58922897801551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58922897834319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58922897867087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58922897899855,"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":58922897932623,"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":58922897965391,"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":58922897998159,"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":58922898030927,"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":58922898063695,"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":58922898096463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Women-of-the-Tatsumi-District_Poster_CompositorV1_1790694062592.jpg?v=1790695239"},{"product_id":"women-accompanying-a-girl-to-a-shrine-katsukawa-shuncho","title":"Women Accompanying a Girl to a Shrine - Katsukawa Shunchō","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunchō, depicting a group of women and a girl on a visit to a shrine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKatsukawa Shunchō was a prominent figure in the Ukiyo-e tradition, active during the late eighteenth century. This woodblock print depicts a group of women and a young girl walking towards a shrine, a common subject within the bijin-ga genre, which focuses on the representation of beautiful women. The composition balances the figures in the foreground against a simplified architectural backdrop, featuring the stone walls and wooden structures typical of Edo-period religious sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShunchō employs a refined line quality to define the folds of the kimonos and the delicate features of the subjects. The figures are arranged in a rhythmic, overlapping manner, creating a sense of movement as they traverse the space. The colour palette remains restrained, utilising soft earth tones and muted pinks that were characteristic of the period's printing techniques. The background, while less detailed than the figures, provides necessary context, grounding the scene in a specific social environment. The artist's signature is visible on the lower left, alongside the publisher's seal, which confirms the print's origin within the commercial print culture of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work offers a glimpse into the social customs of the era, where outings to shrines served as both religious observance and leisure activity. The attention to textile patterns and hair styling demonstrates the artist's interest in contemporary fashion. By focusing on the interaction between the figures, Shunchō captures a quiet, observational moment. The print is a representative example of the technical skill involved in multi-block printing, where each colour required a separate carved block to achieve the final image. This piece remains a clear record of the aesthetic priorities of the Katsukawa school, which favoured a graceful, elongated style that influenced many of Shunchō's contemporaries.\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\/thirty-six-views-of-yedo-asakusa-kinriusan-utagawa-hiroshige-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;\"\u003eThirty-six Views of Yedo: Asakusa Kinriusan - Utagawa Hiroshige II — Utagawa Hiroshige II\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/kawasaki-the-rokugo-ferry-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;\"\u003eKawasaki: The Rokugo Ferry - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Katsukawa Shunchō","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58964222312783,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58964400767311,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58964400800079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58964400832847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58964400865615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58964400898383,"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":58964400931151,"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":58964400963919,"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":58964400996687,"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":58964401029455,"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":58964401062223,"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":58964401094991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Women-Accompanying-a-Girl-to-a-Shrine_Poster_CompositorV1_1790756793791.jpg?v=1790757755"},{"product_id":"young-man-and-women-on-tokiwa-bridge-katsukawa-shuncho","title":"Young Man and Women on Tokiwa Bridge - Katsukawa Shunchō","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic ukiyo-e woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunchō depicting a group of figures in traditional attire near the Tokiwa Bridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunchō captures a scene of urban life in Edo-period Japan. The composition features a group of figures, including a young man and several women, positioned near the Tokiwa Bridge. The artist employs the bijin-ga style, which focuses on the depiction of beautiful women, often shown in fashionable attire and engaged in social activities. The figures are rendered with elongated proportions, a characteristic trait of Shunchō's work during his most active period in the late 18th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background provides a sense of place through the inclusion of architectural elements, such as the stone wall and the bridge structure. These details ground the figures in a specific environment, moving beyond the plain backgrounds often found in earlier ukiyo-e prints. The colour palette is restrained, relying on soft tones that have aged over time, which allows the focus to remain on the interplay of patterns within the kimonos and the subtle expressions of the subjects. The presence of a young attendant carrying a box adds a narrative layer, suggesting a journey or a social outing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKatsukawa Shunchō was a student of Katsukawa Shunshō, yet he developed a distinct aesthetic that drew inspiration from Torii Kiyonaga. His work is noted for its grace and the careful arrangement of figures within the frame. This print demonstrates his ability to balance individual characterisation with the requirements of the ukiyo-e genre, providing a window into the social customs and fashion of the era. 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Katsukawa Shunchō, a student of the Katsukawa school, produced this work during the mid-Edo period. The scene depicts a domestic interior, capturing women in quiet, daily activities. Two figures on the left attend to a basin, while two others on the right stand and sit near a paper screen and a standing lamp. The composition relies on the clean, precise lines characteristic of the period, focusing on the graceful posture of the figures and the subtle patterns of their kimono.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShunchō was known for his depictions of bijin-ga, or pictures of beautiful women, often influenced by the style of Torii Kiyonaga. His work here demonstrates a balance between the figures and the architectural elements of the room. The use of negative space allows the viewer to focus on the interaction between the subjects and their immediate environment. The print serves as a record of the aesthetic preferences of the time, from the choice of domestic objects to the styling of the hair and garments. As a page from an ehon, or picture book, the image functions as both a narrative element and a standalone study of form. The lack of colour highlights the draughtsmanship, allowing the viewer to appreciate the weight and flow of the lines used to define the folds of the fabric and the expressions of the women. 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The work depicts a domestic scene within a traditional Japanese interior, showing women and children engaged in study and quiet activity. The composition is divided across two pages, a common format for books of this period, which allows for a narrative flow between the two spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShunchō, a member of the Katsukawa school, is known for his depictions of figures in elegant, relaxed poses. Here, the artist employs a delicate line quality to define the facial features and the folds of the kimono. The colour palette remains restrained, relying on soft earth tones, muted reds, and the warm yellow of the tatami mats to create a sense of calm. The architectural elements, such as the sliding shoji screens and the low writing desks, provide a structured framework for the figures. A small cat sits in the lower right, adding a touch of informal life to the studious atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print offers a view into the daily life of the period, focusing on education and family harmony. The figures are rendered with a focus on grace rather than dramatic action. The use of space is balanced, with the furniture and architectural lines guiding the eye across the scene. As a piece of book illustration, it demonstrates the technical skill involved in carving and printing multiple blocks to achieve subtle tonal variations. The work remains a clear example of the aesthetic priorities of the late eighteenth-century Japanese print tradition, where the domestic sphere was often treated with the same attention to detail as the more public scenes of the pleasure quarters.\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":"Katsukawa Shunchō","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59015980122447,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59015989821775,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59015989854543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59015989887311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59015989920079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59015989952847,"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":59015989985615,"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":59015990018383,"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":59015990051151,"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":59015990083919,"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":59015990116687,"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":59015990149455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Prosperity-of-the-Family-Ehon-sakae-gusa-_Poster_CompositorV1_1791246579401.jpg?v=1791247269"},{"product_id":"cherry-blossoms-in-spring-katsukawa-shuncho","title":"Cherry Blossoms in Spring - Katsukawa Shunchô","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined ukiyo-e woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunchô depicting a group enjoying a spring cherry blossom outing in the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunchô belongs to the series Choicest Odes upon Flowers of the Four Seasons. The composition depicts a group of figures enjoying a spring outing beneath blooming cherry trees. Shunchô, a student of Katsukawa Shunshô, was known for his refined depictions of women, often referred to as bijin-ga. His style is characterised by slender figures and a graceful, rhythmic arrangement of forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene captures a moment of leisure in the Edo period. Several women are shown in various states of repose and movement, accompanied by a young attendant carrying a parasol. The artist uses a delicate palette of soft pinks, muted greens, and earthy tones to evoke the atmosphere of the season. The cherry blossoms, rendered with subtle colour, provide a gentle backdrop to the human activity. The figures are dressed in patterned kimonos, which demonstrate the fashion of the time. The print reflects the cultural practice of hanami, or flower viewing, which was a popular social activity during the eighteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the work displays the precision of the ukiyo-e tradition. The lines are fine and controlled, defining the contours of the garments and the facial features of the subjects. The composition is balanced across the two panels, creating a sense of harmony. The background includes a stone monument with calligraphy, adding a layer of literary reference common in prints of this period. This piece offers a view into the aesthetic preferences and social customs of the Edo era, presented through the lens of a master printmaker. The work is a fine example of the collaborative process between artist, carver, and printer, resulting in a balanced and visually coherent image.\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\/fukuroi-kites-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;\"\u003eFukuroi: Kites - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\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":"Katsukawa Shunchô","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59050343006543,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59050352279887,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59050352312655,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59050352345423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59050352378191,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59050352410959,"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":59050352443727,"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":59050352476495,"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":59050352509263,"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":59050352542031,"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":59050352574799,"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":59050352607567,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Cherry-Blossoms-in-Spring_Poster_CompositorV1_1791418703590.jpg?v=1791419113"},{"product_id":"a-thousand-autumns-ten-thousand-years-on-tokiwa-bridge-katsukawa-shuncho","title":"A Thousand Autumns, Ten Thousand Years on Tokiwa Bridge - Katsukawa Shunchō","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined ukiyo-e woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunchō depicting elegant figures near the Tokiwa Bridge in Edo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKatsukawa Shunchō, an active member of the Katsukawa school during the late 18th century, produced this woodblock print capturing a scene of urban leisure. The title, A Thousand Autumns, Ten Thousand Years on Tokiwa Bridge, refers to a traditional expression of longevity and prosperity. The composition features a group of women, likely courtesans or fashionable townspeople, walking near the Tokiwa Bridge in Edo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShunchō is recognised for his bijin-ga, or pictures of beautiful women, which often display a grace similar to the works of Torii Kiyonaga. The figures are depicted with elongated proportions and elegant posture, characteristic of the aesthetic preferences of the period. Their kimono patterns are rendered with precision, showing the attention to textile design that was common in ukiyo-e prints of the era. The background includes the stone masonry of the bridge approach and a glimpse of the bridge structure itself, providing a sense of place within the city of Edo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette is restrained, relying on soft earth tones, muted greens, and black ink to define the forms. The print demonstrates the technical skill of the carvers and printers who worked with the artist, particularly in the application of the woodblock layers to create the subtle textures of the garments. The scene functions as a record of contemporary fashion and social behaviour, documenting the refined atmosphere of the pleasure districts and public spaces of the time. The inclusion of the bridge serves as a framing device, grounding the figures in a specific architectural context while maintaining the focus on the human subjects. This work remains a representative example of the ukiyo-e tradition, documenting the intersection of daily life and artistic stylisation in pre-modern 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\/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\/new-year-street-performers-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;\"\u003eNew Year Street-Performers - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Katsukawa Shunchō","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59072405078351,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59072418251087,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59072418283855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59072418316623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59072418349391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59072418382159,"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":59072418414927,"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":59072418447695,"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":59072418480463,"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":59072418513231,"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":59072418545999,"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":59072418578767,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/A-Thousand-Autumns-Ten-Thousand-Years-on-Tokiwa-Bridge_Poster_CompositorV1_1791518594797.jpg?v=1791519362"},{"product_id":"women-viewing-cherry-blossoms-at-asukayama-katsukawa-shuncho","title":"Women Viewing Cherry Blossoms at Asukayama - Katsukawa Shunchō","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunchō depicting figures enjoying cherry blossoms at Asukayama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunchō depicts a scene of leisure at Asukayama, a location celebrated for its cherry blossoms during the Edo period. The composition features two women and a young attendant, captured in a moment of quiet observation. Shunchō, a student of Katsukawa Shunshō, became known for his depictions of elegant figures, often referred to as bijin-ga. His work frequently features elongated proportions and a sense of grace that distinguishes his style from his contemporaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are dressed in traditional kimono, rendered with subtle colour blocks that suggest the texture and weight of the fabric. The background includes a stone monument and sparse, stylised trees, which provide context for the outdoor setting without overwhelming the primary subjects. The use of line is precise, defining the contours of the garments and the delicate features of the faces. The colour palette remains restrained, relying on soft pinks, muted greys, and earthy tones to evoke the atmosphere of a spring day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsukayama was a popular destination for outings, and such prints served as both souvenirs and artistic representations of contemporary social customs. The print reflects the conventions of the Ukiyo-e genre, where the focus is on the fleeting nature of beauty and the enjoyment of seasonal changes. The artist's signature appears in the lower right, identifying the work as a product of his studio. This piece offers a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences of the late eighteenth century, where the balance between human subjects and their environment was a primary concern for printmakers. The print demonstrates the technical skill required to align multiple woodblocks to achieve the final image, a process that defined the production of Japanese prints 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\/cherry-flowers-kikuchi-yosai\" 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;\"\u003eCherry Flowers - Kikuchi Yōsai — Kikuchi Yōsai\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/ryogoku-bridge-and-the-great-riverbank-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;\"\u003eRyōgoku Bridge and the Great Riverbank - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Katsukawa Shunchō","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59081400680783,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59081409593679,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59081409626447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59081409659215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59081409691983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59081409724751,"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":59081409757519,"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":59081409790287,"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":59081409823055,"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":59081409855823,"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":59081409888591,"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":59081409921359,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Women-Viewing-Cherry-Blossoms-at-Asukayama_Poster_CompositorV1_1791605112244.jpg?v=1791611790"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/fr\/collections\/katsukawa-shuncho.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}