1787 1867 Collection

Detail of a woodcut depicting a Japanese domestic scene with women playing musical instruments
528955 Detail of a woodcut depicting a Japanese domestic scene with women playing musical instruments. Circa 1809-1813 by Eizan Kikukawa (1787-1867).; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Woman Performing the Tea Ceremony, c. 1820. Creator: Eizan Kikugawa (Japanese, 1787-1867)
Woman Performing the Tea Ceremony, c. 1820

Young Women with Musical Instruments, 1787-1867. Creator: Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867)
Young Women with Musical Instruments, 1787-1867

Two Women and a Girl, 1800-1829. Creator: Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867)
Two Women and a Girl, 1800-1829

Two Courtesans on a Balcony (From the series Five Colors of Ink), c. early 1810s. Creator
Two Courtesans on a Balcony (From the series Five Colors of Ink), c. early 1810s

Two Girls and Child on Temple Bridge, 1787-1867. Creator: Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867)
Two Girls and Child on Temple Bridge, 1787-1867

Sugatano of Sugata Ebisuya in the Morning, Hour of the Rabbit... 1812. Creator: Kikugawa Eizan
Sugatano of Sugata Ebisuya in the Morning, Hour of the Rabbit, from the series The Twelve Hours in the Pleasure Quarters, 1812

No Title, 1787-1869. Creator: Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867)
No Title, 1787-1869

Eyes for Looking at a Courtesan, c. 1810. Creator: Eizan Kikugawa (Japanese, 1787-1867)
Eyes for Looking at a Courtesan, c. 1810

Courtesan Beside Kimono Rack, 1787-1867. Creator: Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867)
Courtesan Beside Kimono Rack, 1787-1867

Courtesan with Sake Cup and Scroll, 1787-1867. Creator: Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867)
Courtesan with Sake Cup and Scroll, 1787-1867

A Picture of the Viewing in the Pleasure Quarters, 1810s. Creator: Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese)
A Picture of the Viewing in the Pleasure Quarters, 1810s

The Courtesan Meizan of the Chojiya on a Balcony Overlooking the Sumida River, ca. early or mid 1820s

The Courtesan Aizome of the Ebiya (From the series Eight Views of the Tale of Genji), c. late 1800s

A Lady-in-Waiting with Waist as Slender as a Willow... 1807. Creator: Eizan Kikugawa (Japanese)
A Lady-in-Waiting with Waist as Slender as a Willow (From the series Flowers and Modern Beauties), 1807

Autumn Moon at the Temple Ishiyamadera from the series Fashionable Eight Views, c. 1814-17

Descending Geese at Katata... 1810s. Creator: Eizan Kikugawa (Japanese, 1787-1867)
Descending Geese at Katata (From the series Elegant Women and the Eight Views of Lake Biwa), 1810s

Girl Reading a Book, 1787-1867. Creator: Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867)
Girl Reading a Book, 1787-1867

No Title 1787-1869 Kikugawa Eizan Japanese 1787-1867
No Title, 1787-1869. Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867). Color woodblock print; sheet: 33.7 x 22.3 cm (13 1/4 x 8 3/4 in.)

Young Women Musical Instruments 1787-1867 Kikugawa Eizan
Young Women with Musical Instruments, 1787-1867. Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867). Color woodblock print; sheet: 31.8 x 22.6 cm (12 1/2 x 8 7/8 in.)

Courtesan Beside Kimono Rack 1787-1867 Kikugawa Eizan
Courtesan Beside Kimono Rack, 1787-1867. Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867). Color woodblock print; sheet: 38.4 x 26.4 cm (15 1/8 x 10 3/8 in.)

A Picture Viewing Pleasure Quarters 1810s Kikugawa Eizan
A Picture of the Viewing in the Pleasure Quarters, 1810s. Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867). Color woodblock print; overall: 37.2 x 26.4 cm (14 5/8 x 10 3/8 in.)

Courtesan Aizome Ebiya series Eight Views Tale
The Courtesan Aizome of the Ebiya (From the series Eight Views of the Tale of Genji), c. late 1800s. Eizan Kikugawa (Japanese, 1787-1867)

Two Girls Child Temple Bridge 1787-1867 Kikugawa Eizan
Two Girls and Child on Temple Bridge, 1787-1867. Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867). Color woodblock print; sheet: 26.1 x 37.8 cm (10 1/4 x 14 7/8 in.)

Descending Geese Katata series Elegant Women
Descending Geese at Katata (From the series Elegant Women and the Eight Views of Lake Biwa), 1810s. Eizan Kikugawa (Japanese, 1787-1867)

Courtesan Sake Cup Scroll 1787-1867 Kikugawa Eizan
Courtesan with Sake Cup and Scroll, 1787-1867. Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867). Color woodblock print; sheet: 35.3 x 23.6 cm (13 7/8 x 9 5/16 in.)

Two Women Girl 1800-1829 Kikugawa Eizan Japanese
Two Women and a Girl, 1800-1829. Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867). Color woodblock print; sheet: 37.5 x 24.2 cm (14 3/4 x 9 1/2 in.)

Courtesan Meizan Chojiya Balcony Overlooking
The Courtesan Meizan of the Chojiya on a Balcony Overlooking the Sumida River, ca. early or mid 1820s. Eizan Kikugawa (Japanese, 1787-1867)

Two Courtesans Balcony series Five Colors Ink
Two Courtesans on a Balcony (From the series Five Colors of Ink), c. early 1810s. Eizan Kikugawa (Japanese, 1787-1867). Color woodblock print; sheet: 37.2 x 24.5 cm (14 5/8 x 9 5/8 in.)

Autumn Moon Temple Ishiyamadera series Fashionable Eight Views
Autumn Moon at the Temple Ishiyamadera from the series Fashionable Eight Views, c. 1814-17. Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867)

Sugatano Sugata Ebisuya Morning Hour Rabbit series
Sugatano of Sugata Ebisuya in the Morning, Hour of the Rabbit, from the series The Twelve Hours in the Pleasure Quarters, 1812. Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867)

Girl Reading Book 1787-1867 Kikugawa Eizan Japanese
Girl Reading a Book, 1787-1867. Kikugawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787-1867). Color woodblock print; sheet: 35.3 x 23.1 cm (13 7/8 x 9 1/8 in.)

SecchA sanbashi no geinin, Entertainers from Setchu in the snow. Kikukawa, Eizan, 1787-1867, artist, [between 1811 and 1818], 1 print : woodcut, color; 25.7 x 37.2 cm

Matsubaya uchi Yachiyo, The courtesan Yachiyo of Matsuba-ya. Kikukawa, Eizan, 1787-1867, artist, [between 1809 and 1812], 1 print : woodcut, color; 36 x 23.5 cm

RAcka no geigi, Entertainer standing on a veranda. Kikukawa, Eizan, 1787-1867, artist, [between 1809 and 1813], 1 print : woodcut, color; 38.9 x 26.5 cm

Karasaki no yau, Evening rain at Karasaki. Kikukawa, Eizan, 1787-1867, artist, [between 1810 and 1818], 1 print : woodcut, color; 38.7 x 26.2 cm

Hikeyotsu no yoru no ame, Night rain at 10 pm (hikeyotsu). Kikukawa, Eizan, 1787-1867, artist, [between 1818 and 1820], 1 print : woodcut, color; 38.3 x 26.2 cm

Sayogoromo misa tatejima, Faithful stripes of the night robe. Kikukawa, Eizan, 1787-1867, artist, [between 1804 and 1810], 1 print : woodcut, color; 39.7 x 26.1 cm

ChAcchin o motsu onna, Woman carrying a lantern. Kikukawa, Eizan, 1787-1867, artist, [between 1818 and 1820], 1 print (2 sheets) : woodcut, color; 35.8 x 24.1 cm (top), 35.6 x 24 cm (bottom)

FA'ryA yA'suzumi san bijin, Updated version of three beauties enjoying the evening cool. Kikukawa, Eizan, 1787-1867, artist, [between 1807 and 1820], 1 print : woodcut, color; 38 x 26.1 cm

A Geisha Reading a Book. Coloured Woodbock print. Kikugawa Eizan (1787-1867) Japanese artist and printmaker

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"1787-1867: A Glimpse into the Artistic World of Eizan Kikugawa" Step back in time to the late 18th and early 19th centuries, where Japanese artist Eizan Kikugawa flourished. Born in 1787 and passing away in 1867, his works captured the essence of a bygone era. In one captivating piece, we witness a woman gracefully performing the tea ceremony. The delicate movements and serene atmosphere transport us to a world of tranquility. Created around 1820, this artwork showcases Eizan's attention to detail and ability to capture emotion. Moving on, we encounter young women with musical instruments from various periods between 1787 and 1867. These vibrant depictions highlight their talent and elegance as they skillfully play melodies that resonate through time. Eizan's artistry extends beyond individuals; he also portrays relationships within society. In "Two Women and a Girl, " created between 1800-1829, we observe an intimate moment shared among three generations. Their expressions reflect love, wisdom, and unity—a testament to the enduring bonds between family members. The allure of courtesans is another recurring theme in Eizan's work. In "Two Courtesans on a Balcony, " painted during the early years of the decade starting from 1810s, we catch glimpses of their beauty amidst intricate patterns adorning their kimonos. This piece invites contemplation about societal norms during that period. Eizan continues his exploration with "Sugatano of Sugata Ebisuya in the Morning. " Painted in 1812, it captures Sugatano preparing for her day ahead—an intimate portrayal revealing vulnerability beneath her elegant facade. Intriguingly titled pieces like "No Title" challenge viewers' interpretations while showcasing Eizan's versatility as an artist.