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Hana-ogi of Ogiya Going into the Country

Hosoda Eishō

Artwork Details

Hana-ogi of Ogiya Going into the Country
late 18th century
Hosoda Eishō
color woodblock print on paper
14 15/16 in x 9 1/8 in (37.94 cm x 23.18 cm);22 1/8 in x 18 1/8 in (56.2 cm x 46.04 cm);18 9/16 in x 16 5/8 in (47.15 cm x 42.23 cm);14 5/16 in x 9 3/16 in (36.35 cm x 23.34 cm)
Bequest of Margaret Watson Parker
1948/1.193

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Subject Matter:

Hana-ogi of Ogiya is a famous courtesan who is depicted in many works of numerous artists. Hosoda Eisho particularly depicted many beautiful women which can be reflected in this print here. Hana-ogi is presumably the woman in the middle while the girls beside her are her attendants or perhaps fellow courtesans. 

Physical Description:

This print depicts three women walking along a path with a green leafy backdrop. The woman on the left appears to be holding something to her mouth. The woman in the middle wears a distinctly different kimono that has a darker color and looks to the right at the woman next to her who appears to be asking for her attention. There is an inscription on the lower right edge and another symbol under their feet on the left. 

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