Mount Fuji White Sake by Utamaro

Artist: Kitagawa Utamaro (1753-1806)

Woodblock Prints Title: Mount Fuji White Sake

1st Publication: 1806

Size: 10-1/2 x 14-1/2

Date of this edition: 1806, Original Edition

Publisher: Izumiya Ichibei

Carver: Unknown

Condition: Slight Green Color fading, a couple of wormholes, some spots of soiling, and a couple of repairs including one in the face of one courtesan. Overall fair to good condition consistent with prints from late 18th century / Early 19th century.

Notes: This print is the center piece of a triptych as seen on the pictures below (Below is a reprint of the originals for reference only) It was made and created by Utamaro, but printed by his Pupil Utamaro II one year after the death of his master. It has been attributed to Utamaro by Japanese Museums carrying this print.