Eishosai Choki (active circa 1780-1810) | A Face Without Make-up (Sugao) Edo period, late 18th century | Edo period, late 18th century

Eishosai Choki (active circa 1780-1810)

A Face Without Make-up (Sugao)

Edo period, late 18^th century

woodblock print, from an untitled series of courtesans, signed Choki ga (Pictured by Choki) censor's seal kiwame (approved), published by Tsuruya Kiemon (Senkakudo), circa 1795, depicting a seated courtesan tearing a letter

Vertical oban: 37 x 24.8 cm., 14⅝ x 9⅞ in.