Isoda Koryūsai Collection (#3)

Courtesan and Two Attendants Parading by a Stream, c. 1776. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Courtesan and Two Attendants Parading by a Stream, c. 1776

Chrysanthemums, c. 1780. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Chrysanthemums, c. 1780

White Rabbit and Amaranth, c. 1771. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
White Rabbit and Amaranth, c. 1771

Orchid and Bird, c. 1770. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Orchid and Bird, c. 1770

Takigawa and Katarai of the Ogiya, from the series "Models for Fashion: New Designs
Takigawa and Katarai of the Ogiya, from the series " Models for Fashion: New Designs as Fresh as Young Leaves (Hinagata wakana hatsu moyo)", c. 1776

The Ninth Month (Choyo), from the series "A Fashionable Parody of the Five... c
The Ninth Month (Choyo), from the series " A Fashionable Parody of the Five Festivals (Furyu yatsushi gosekku)", c. 1776/81

Two Egrets in the Snow, c. 1773. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Two Egrets in the Snow, c. 1773

Shirayu of the Wakanaya, from the series "Models for Fashion: New Designs as
Shirayu of the Wakanaya, from the series " Models for Fashion: New Designs as Fresh as Young Leaves (Hinagata wakana no hatsu moyo)", c. 1778/80

Chozan of the Chojiya, from the series "Models for Fashion: New Designs as Fresh as
Chozan of the Chojiya, from the series " Models for Fashion: New Designs as Fresh as Young Leaves (Hinagata wakana hatsu moyo)", c. 1776

Hamaya of the Asahimaruya, from the series "Models for Fashion: New Designs as... c
Hamaya of the Asahimaruya, from the series " Models for Fashion: New Designs as Fresh as Young Leaves (Hinagata wakana no hatsu moyo)", c. 1778/80

Parody of the Armor-pulling Scene (Kusazuribiki), from the series "Fashionable... c
Parody of the Armor-pulling Scene (Kusazuribiki), from the series " Fashionable Parodies of Bravery in Love (Furyu mitate iro-buyu)", c. 1770/72

Courtesan Watching her Attendant Detain Hooded Man, c. 1772. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Courtesan Watching her Attendant Detain Hooded Man, c. 1772

The Fourth Month (Uzuki), from the series "Fashionable Twelve Months (Furyu juni
The Fourth Month (Uzuki), from the series " Fashionable Twelve Months (Furyu juni tsuki)", c. 1770/72

Retrieving the Shuttlecock, c. 1773. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Retrieving the Shuttlecock, c. 1773

Evening Snow at Sensoji Temple (Sensoji no bosetsu), from the series "Eight
Evening Snow at Sensoji Temple (Sensoji no bosetsu), from the series " Eight Fashionable View of Edo (Furyu Edo hakkei)", c. 1776/81

Young Couple Under an Umbrella in the Snow, c. 1770. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Young Couple Under an Umbrella in the Snow, c. 1770

Tamazusa of Iedaya, from the series "Models for Fashion: New Designs as Fresh as
Tamazusa of Iedaya, from the series " Models for Fashion: New Designs as Fresh as Young Leaves (Hinagata wakana hatsu moyo)", c. 1776

Painting, from the series "Fashionable Versions of the Four Accomplishments... c
Painting, from the series " Fashionable Versions of the Four Accomplishments (Furyu kinkishoga)", c. 1773/75

Tiger, from the series "Fashionable Children with the Twelve Signs of the Zodiac
Tiger, from the series " Fashionable Children with the Twelve Signs of the Zodiac (Furyu kodomo juni shi)", c. 1773

Chinese Lions and Peonies, c. 1772. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Chinese Lions and Peonies, c. 1772

Cocks Fighting near Bamboo Grove, c. 1770s. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Cocks Fighting near Bamboo Grove, c. 1770s

Black Dog, c. 1772 / 81. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Black Dog, c. 1772/81

The First Horseback Ride (Uma norizome), from the series "The Five Fashionable
The First Horseback Ride (Uma norizome), from the series " The Five Fashionable Days of Starting (Furyu go kotohajime)", c. 1773/75

Falcon Perched on a Tree, c. 1785. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Falcon Perched on a Tree, c. 1785

Hawk on Plum Branch Looking Down at Fleeing Bird, c. 1775. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Hawk on Plum Branch Looking Down at Fleeing Bird, c. 1775

Falcon at Sunrise, c. 1775. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Falcon at Sunrise, c. 1775

A Beauty in Snow (colour woodblock print)
1766582 A Beauty in Snow (colour woodblock print) by Tissot, James Jacques Joseph (1836-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Beauty in Snow. Isoda Koryusai (1735-1790)

Mother and Child at Play, 18th century. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Mother and Child at Play, 18th century

Courtesan-Dancer (Shirabyoshi) for the New Year, 1764-88. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Courtesan-Dancer (Shirabyoshi) for the New Year, 1764-88

Painting the Eyes on a Snow Rabbit, ca. 1780. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Painting the Eyes on a Snow Rabbit, ca. 1780

Young Man and Child with a Kite, early-mid 1770s. Creator: Isoda Koryusai (Japanese)
Young Man and Child with a Kite, early-mid 1770s. Kite-flying is a popular sport in Japan, especially during the New Years festival

Uncho, the Wife of the Official Mei Ching, Reading at a Table, c. mid 1770s. Creator
Uncho, the Wife of the Official Mei Ching, Reading at a Table, c. mid 1770s

Two Children Begging Hotei for a Jewel, c. 1770s. Creator: Isoda Koryusai (Japanese)
Two Children Begging Hotei for a Jewel, c. 1770s

Courtesan in a Room Overlooking Edo Bay, c. 1770. Creator: Isoda Koryusai (Japanese)
Courtesan in a Room Overlooking Edo Bay, c. 1770

The Courtesan Kichijuro of Kage Manjiya with Two Kamuro... late 1770s. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
The Courtesan Kichijuro of Kage Manjiya with Two Kamuro (from the series Models for Fashions: New Designs as Fresh as Young Leaves), late 1770s

The Courtesan Karahama of Yamashiroya Performing the Tea Ceremony... late 1770s. Creator
The Courtesan Karahama of Yamashiroya Performing the Tea Ceremony (from the series Models for Fahions: New Designs as Fresh as Young Leaves), late 1770s

A Couple Viewing Rice Planting, 18th century. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
A Couple Viewing Rice Planting, 18th century

Pheasant couple bamboo rising sun Isoda KAśrynsai
Pheasant couple with bamboo and the rising sun, Isoda Koryusai (mentioned on object), Japan, 1770 - 1780, paper, colour woodcut, h 244 mm × w 189 mm

Kamuro arresting passerby Jongeman tries keep
Kamuro arresting a passerby, Jongeman tries to keep a kamuro (youngest help from a courtesan) away, while a courtesan, with one foot on the windowsill, watches

Young man woman bridge Kameido shrine Young man helping
Young man and woman on the bridge at the Kameido shrine, Young man helping the girl up the steep red bridge at the Kameido shrine, under blooming blue rain, above which a cloud pattern

Eagle pine branch rain Isoda KAśrynsai mentioned
Eagle on pine branch in rain, Isoda Koryusai (mentioned on object), 1770 - 1780, paper, colour woodcut, h 252 mm × w 183 mm

Courtesan crane turtle pine shore birds wading birds
Courtesan, crane and turtle at pine, shore birds and wading birds: crane, tortoises, turtles, Isoda Koryusai (mentioned on object), Japan, 1770 - 1780, paper, colour woodcut, h 693 mm × w 122 mm

Woman snow black coat snowy umbrella right shoulder
Woman in the snow, Woman in black coat and snowy umbrella over right shoulder, snowy blossom branches in the background. Isoda Koryusai (mentioned on object), 1770 - 1780, paper, colour woodcut

Young man girl looking fireflies Young man sitting
Young man and girl looking at fireflies, Young man sitting on a bench, looking up at fireflies, while a girl comes running with a fan in his right hand, a river in the background

Thunderbirds Raicho title object Two mythological thunderbirds
Thunderbirds Raicho (title on object), Two mythological thunderbirds on a pine branch, in the background a river, a poem in the cloud pattern at the top of the print

courtesan Sayokinu Yotsumeya Yotsumeya uchi Sayokinu
The courtesan Sayokinu from the Yotsumeya Yotsumeya uchi Sayokinu (title on object) Model patterns of early spring leaves (series title) Hinagata wakana no hatsu moyo (series title on object)

Beauty Snow 1765-1784 Isoda Koryusai Japanese
Beauty in Snow, 1765-1784. Isoda Koryusai (Japanese). Color woodblock print; sheet: 64.8 x 10.2 cm (25 1/2 x 4 in.)

Courtesan Karahama Yamashiroya Performing Tea Ceremony
The Courtesan Karahama of Yamashiroya Performing the Tea Ceremony (from the series Models for Fahions: New Designs as Fresh as Young Leaves), late 1770s. Isoda Koryusai (Japanese)

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Isoda Koryusai, a renowned Japanese artist from the 18th century, captivated audiences with his exquisite and diverse works. From delicate courtesans to playful animals, Koryusai's artistry knew no bounds. In "Five Young Boys Rolling a Large Snowball, " we witness the joyous innocence of childhood as these boys come together to create something extraordinary. Their laughter echoes through time, reminding us of the simple pleasures in life. The mesmerizing "Courtesan Looking Back at Shadows on the Shoji" transports us into a world of mystery and intrigue. With every glance over her shoulder, she invites us to explore the hidden depths behind those elegant screens. "Hares Playing in Surf on a Moonlit Night" enchants us with its ethereal beauty. As moonlight dances upon gentle waves, these mischievous hares frolic under its spell, creating an enchanting scene that captures our imagination. "Cranes in an Iris Pond at Sunrise" evokes tranquility and harmony. The graceful cranes gracefully wade through irises as dawn breaks, symbolizing renewal and hope for each new day. "Mandarin Ducks Swimming under Plum Branch" celebrates love and fidelity amidst blooming plum blossoms. These vibrant ducks glide effortlessly beneath branches laden with delicate flowers—a testament to enduring affection. "Pheasants under Branch of Peach Blossoms" brings forth images of abundance and prosperity. Majestic pheasants find solace among fragrant peach blossoms—a harmonious blend of nature's gifts captured by Koryusai's skilled hand. "Egrets in the Reeds" showcases nature's elegance as white egrets gracefully navigate their watery habitat. Amidst lush reeds swaying gently in the breeze, these magnificent birds inspire awe and admiration for their gracefulness. Koryusai also delves into calligraphy with his series "Fashionable Versions of the Four Accomplishments.