Mid to Late 20th Century Reproduction of an Original 18th-Century Japanese Woodblock Print by Suzuki Harunobu (Circa 1765), Framed

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A delicately composed Japanese woodblock print after Suzuki Harunobu (1725–1770), one of the earliest masters of full-color printing in Japan’s … Read more A delicately composed Japanese woodblock print after Suzuki Harunobu (1725–1770), one of the earliest masters of full-color printing in Japan’s Edo period. This graceful bijin-ga scene shows two women in a private bathing and grooming moment — one gently wrings her hair over a water bucket, while the other combs hers at ease.

Printed in the Uchida-style tradition of mid-20th century Kyoto publishers, the piece reflects Harunobu’s poetic linework, feminine elegance, and calm domestic beauty. It is professionally framed under glass in a bold red painted frame and remains in excellent vintage condition.

About the Artist: Suzuki Harunobu (1725–1770)

Suzuki Harunobu (鈴木春信) was one of the most influential early ukiyo-e masters and the pioneer of full-color woodblock printing (nishiki-e) in Japan. Active during the mid-Edo period, he was the first to print consistently in multiple colors using separate woodblocks, revolutionizing Japanese printmaking.

Harunobu is known for:
• His delicate, slender depictions of women and courtesans
• Graceful scenes of daily life, love, beauty, and domestic intimacy
• A soft, poetic aesthetic that blends refined linework and subtle color harmonies

This print reflects Harunobu’s signature style — feminine figures in flowing robes, gently curved lines, and elegant posture. The piece illustrates a post-bath or grooming ritual, as seen in many of his bijin-ga works.

Frame size: approximately: 16.5 x 14 inches See less