Bunkado Collection

Courtesans on Procession from Ehon tokiwagusa (Eternal Flowers, A Picture Book.), 1730. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Courtesans on Procession from Ehon tokiwagusa (Eternal Flowers, A Picture Book.), 1730

Two Girls Under Plum Tree. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Two Girls Under Plum Tree

Women of the Green Houses, Second quarter of 18th century. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Women of the Green Houses, Second quarter of 18th century. Attributed to Nishikawa Sukenobu

Young Girl Carrying a Flower Arrangement, first half of 18th century

Infants first visit to a Shinto shrine, Edo period, late 17th-early 18th century

Three Courtesans Weaving Silk. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Three Courtesans Weaving Silk

A Courtesan Followed by Two Girl Attendants, ca. 1690-1751. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
A Courtesan Followed by Two Girl Attendants, ca. 1690-1751

Two Women Reclining on the Floor of a Room and Reading a Book, ca. 1730. ca. 1730
Two Women Reclining on the Floor of a Room and Reading a Book, ca. 1730

Lady Interrupting Her Lover, who is Playing the Shamisen. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Lady Interrupting Her Lover, who is Playing the Shamisen

Lady Playing Shamisen, with Her Lover and Attendant Nearby. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Lady Playing Shamisen, with Her Lover and Attendant Nearby

Lady Ise by the Riverbank, late 18th century. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Lady Ise by the Riverbank, late 18th century

Three Beauties, 18th century. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Three Beauties, 18th century

Woman and Attendant, 18th century. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Woman and Attendant, 18th century

Courtesan and Attendant Playing with a Dog, ca. 1716-1736. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Courtesan and Attendant Playing with a Dog, ca. 1716-1736

The God Izanagi and Goddess Izanami, 18th century. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
The God Izanagi and Goddess Izanami, 18th century

Three women and male servant, 1730, (1924). Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Three women and male servant, 1730, (1924). From " Ehon Tokiwa-Gusa" by Nishikawa Sukenobu, [1730]. Published in " Block Printing & Book Illustration in Japan"

Print. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Print

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"Bunkado: Exploring the Elegance and Beauty of Nishikawa Sukenobu's Art" Step into a world of grace and refinement with Bunkado, as we delve into the captivating works of Nishikawa Sukenobu. This collection takes us on a journey through time, showcasing the artist's talent in capturing moments from various periods. Underneath the shade of a plum tree, two girls find solace in each other's company. The delicate strokes bring to life their innocence and camaraderie, transporting us to an era where simplicity reigned supreme. In another masterpiece, a young girl carries a flower arrangement with utmost care. Her poise reflects both her youthfulness and dedication towards preserving nature's beauty, and is as if time stands still in this first half of the 18th century scene. The enchantment continues as we witness infants making their first visit to a Shinto shrine during the late 17th-early 18th century Edo period. Their tiny footsteps echo with hope for blessings yet to come, while vibrant colors illuminate their path. Nishikawa Sukenobu also captures scenes from daily life, such as three courtesans weaving silk together. Their synchronized movements symbolize not only their skill but also unity amidst adversity - an exquisite portrayal that transcends time. A courtesan followed by two girl attendants evokes curiosity within us; what secrets lie behind those elegant kimonos? With every brushstroke, Sukenobu invites us to unravel tales hidden beneath layers of tradition and societal norms. Two women reclining on the floor engrossed in reading transport us back to ca. 1730 when knowledge was cherished above all else. In this serene moment captured forever on canvas, they remind us that even amidst chaos, literature offers solace like no other. Love finds its way onto Sukenobu's canvas as well.