Eisen@Shunga book
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| Item No | A1-95-301 |
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| Title | Shunga book |
| Artist | Eisen |
| Date | 1810 |
| Condition | Hole,Foxing,Rubbing,Tears |
| Size | 15~21cm |
| Price | $408.65 |
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set of 2 books
Eisen
1791-1848
Ukiyoe painter. Also referred to as Kokushunro as Gago, Inransai as Ingo. Born to a samurai family, he entered government service, but he got involved in a trouble and dismissed. He had a chance to get to know Kikukawa Eiji whose child, Eizan , taught him painting. He initially handled actor painting, but later showed his talent in beauty, and left a number of beauty portraits with unique sensual charms. He was also excelled at landscape.
