Courtesan Dreaming of an Elopement

Print

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Calvin University Center Art Gallery

In the image, a courtesan dreams of an elopement while resting serenely. She is adorned in an elegant kimono with intricate patterns. Her expression is calm and contemplative, suggesting a longing desire. Over her, the dreamlike vision reveals two figures, presumably the courtesan and her lover.

In the image, a courtesan dreams of an elopement while resting serenely. She is adorned in an elegant kimono with intricate patterns. Her expression is calm and contemplative, suggesting a longing desire. Over her, the dreamlike vision reveals two figures, presumably the courtesan and her lover.

Name/Title

Courtesan Dreaming of an Elopement

Entry/Object ID

1975.2.67

Description

An illustration of a verse by the Abbot Henjo from “Six Elegant Immortal Poets." Narrow vertical depiction of a woman's dream in which she appears to be carried on a man's back.

Type of Print

Woodcut

Category

Vault, Japanese, People
Ethnic

Made/Created

Artist

Isoda Koryusai

Date made

1770

Dimensions

Dimension Description

image size

Height

26-1/8 in

Width

14-7/8 in

Dimension Description

frame size

Height

38 in

Width

17-1/2 in

Exhibitions

90 Years of Collecting - September 4–October 20, 2012 Center Art Gallery
Striking Impressions – Center Art Gallery January 7 - February 22, 2014