{"title":"Keisai Eisen","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-castle-of-unuma-keisai-eisen","title":"The Castle of Unuma - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, depicting the Castle of Unuma along the historic Kiso Kaido route in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts the Castle of Unuma, a site situated along the Kiso Kaido, the route connecting Edo and Kyoto. As part of the series 'The Sixty-nine Stations of the Kiso Kaido', this work captures the topographical character of the region. The composition balances the architectural presence of the castle, perched upon a stone-walled promontory, against the expansive reach of the river and the distant mountain range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen employs a clear, graphic approach to the scene. The stone walls of the castle are rendered with a repetitive, textured pattern, contrasting with the smooth, flat application of colour across the water and the sky. The horizon line is defined by a subtle gradient, shifting from a pale yellow to a soft pink, suggesting the transition of light at dawn or dusk. The inclusion of pine trees, a recurring motif in Japanese printmaking, provides a sense of scale and verticality to the rocky terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical precision of the Ukiyo-e tradition, where multiple carved blocks were used to build the final image. Each colour area is distinct, maintaining the clarity of the original design. The bridge leading to the castle entrance serves as a visual anchor, drawing the eye into the lower right quadrant of the frame. Through this depiction, Eisen documents the geography of the Kiso Kaido, providing a view of the built environment as it existed within the natural topography of the period. The work remains a representative example of the travel-themed prints that gained popularity during the Edo period, offering a glimpse into the regional architecture and travel routes of nineteenth-century Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wind-blown-grass-across-the-moon-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWind Blown Grass Across the Moon - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-branch-of-plum-umegoe-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Branch of Plum (Umegoe) - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455095935311,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455184179535,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455184212303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455184245071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455184277839,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455184310607,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455184343375,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455184376143,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455184408911,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455184441679,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455184474447,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455184507215,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Castle-of-Unuma_Poster_CompositorV1_1786242183221.jpg?v=1786484836"},{"product_id":"head-of-a-beauty-keisai-eisen","title":"Head of a Beauty - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic okubi-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, capturing the refined features and traditional hairstyle of an Edo-period beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts a bijin, or beautiful woman, rendered in the distinctive style of the late Edo period. Eisen was a prolific designer of ukiyo-e prints, known for his focus on the courtesans and fashionable figures of the Yoshiwara district. This specific work is an okubi-e, or large-head portrait, which allows the viewer to focus on the facial features and the elaborate hairstyle of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is tight and deliberate. The subject is positioned slightly off-centre, with her gaze directed away from the viewer. Her hair is styled in a formal manner, adorned with simple combs, while her expression remains neutral. The artist uses a limited palette, relying on soft skin tones, dark ink for the hair, and subtle patterns in the fabric of her garment. The lines are precise, defining the contours of the face and the delicate strands of hair that frame her features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen’s approach to the female form often involved slightly elongated proportions, which became a signature element of his work during his most active years. Unlike the earlier, more idealised portraits by artists such as Utamaro, Eisen’s subjects often possess a more grounded, realistic quality. The print demonstrates the technical skill required in the carving and printing process, where the registration of multiple blocks ensures the clarity of the final image. The background is kept minimal, ensuring that the focus remains entirely on the subject. This print serves as an example of the commercial output of the ukiyo-e school, which catered to the tastes of the urban population in Edo, providing them with images of popular figures and fashion trends of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wind-blown-grass-across-the-moon-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWind Blown Grass Across the Moon - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-branch-of-plum-umegoe-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Branch of Plum (Umegoe) - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455118741839,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455198597455,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455198630223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455198662991,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455198695759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455198728527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455198761295,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455198794063,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455198826831,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455198859599,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455198892367,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455198925135,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Head-of-a-Beauty_Poster_CompositorV1_1786242367977.jpg?v=1786484918"},{"product_id":"a-couple-locked-in-an-embrace-keisai-eisen","title":"A Couple Locked in an Embrace - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn intimate woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, featuring a couple in an embrace, rendered with the characteristic line work and decorative patterns of the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts a couple in an intimate embrace, a subject categorised within the shunga tradition of Japanese art. Eisen, a prolific artist of the late Edo period, was known for his work in the ukiyo-e genre, particularly his depictions of bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women). This piece demonstrates his characteristic approach to line and composition, favouring elongated figures and decorative patterns within the garments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is arranged to focus on the physical connection between the two figures, who are positioned against a folding screen decorated with floral motifs. The artist employs a flat perspective, typical of the period, which allows the intricate patterns of the kimonos to take precedence. The use of colour is restrained, relying on a palette of soft pinks, deep blues, and muted greens, which balances the graphic nature of the scene. Calligraphic text is integrated into the composition, a common feature in ukiyo-e prints that provides narrative context or poetic commentary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen’s work often explored the social dynamics of the Yoshiwara pleasure district, and this print reflects the aesthetic sensibilities of that environment. The figures are rendered with a focus on gesture and posture, capturing a moment of quiet interaction. The print serves as an example of the technical skill involved in the woodblock process, where multiple carved blocks were used to layer colour and detail. The paper retains the warm, aged tone characteristic of surviving prints from the early 19th century, offering a glimpse into the artistic output of a period defined by its focus on urban culture and the fleeting pleasures of the floating world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wind-blown-grass-across-the-moon-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWind Blown Grass Across the Moon - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-branch-of-plum-umegoe-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Branch of Plum (Umegoe) - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455138894159,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455219896655,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455219929423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455219962191,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455219994959,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455220027727,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455220060495,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455220093263,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455220126031,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455220158799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455220191567,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455220224335,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/A-Couple-Locked-in-an-Embrace_Poster_CompositorV1_1786242620556.jpg?v=1786485071"},{"product_id":"geisha-on-the-sumida-river-keisai-eisen","title":"Geisha on the Sumida River - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, capturing a quiet moment between two figures on a boat along the Sumida River.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts a scene of leisure upon the Sumida River. Eisen, a prolific artist of the late Edo period, is recognised for his contributions to the bijin-ga genre, which focuses on the portrayal of beautiful women. The composition centres on two figures aboard a small boat, framed by a large, circular parasol that provides a geometric contrast to the organic forms of the subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print exhibits the characteristic flat perspective and clean lines associated with Japanese woodblock printing. The colour palette is restrained, utilising muted blues, soft reds, and ochre tones to define the textiles and the surrounding environment. The inclusion of calligraphic text in the upper sections of the print is a standard feature of the medium, serving to provide context or poetic commentary on the scene depicted. The figures are rendered with the elongated proportions typical of Eisen's later work, reflecting the aesthetic preferences of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeisai Eisen was a student of the Kano school before transitioning to the ukiyo-e style. His work often captured the atmosphere of the pleasure districts in Edo. This particular print demonstrates his ability to balance decorative elements with human narrative. The parasol acts as a visual anchor, drawing the eye across the boat while the figures engage in a quiet, intimate moment. The print serves as an example of the technical precision required in the multi-block printing process, where each colour is applied via a separate carved block to achieve the final image. The paper texture and the subtle fading of the pigments over time contribute to the historical character of the piece, offering a glimpse into the social life and artistic conventions of nineteenth-century Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wind-blown-grass-across-the-moon-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWind Blown Grass Across the Moon - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-branch-of-plum-umegoe-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Branch of Plum (Umegoe) - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455262167375,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455275766095,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455275798863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455275831631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455275864399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455275897167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455275929935,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455275962703,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455275995471,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455276028239,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455276061007,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455276093775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Geisha-on-the-Sumida-River_Poster_CompositorV1_1786243209809.jpg?v=1786485869"},{"product_id":"woman-with-papers-in-mouth-and-fan-in-hand-keisai-eisen","title":"Woman with Papers in Mouth and Fan in Hand - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, depicting a woman in a quiet domestic moment with a fan and papers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen captures a quiet moment within the domestic sphere, a common subject in the bijin-ga genre of Ukiyo-e. The artist, a prolific figure in the late Edo period, was known for his depictions of women, often characterised by a slightly elongated form and a distinct sense of poise. Here, the subject is seated, holding papers in her mouth while grasping a fan, a gesture that suggests a momentary pause in her activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition incorporates a large, textured green fabric that dominates the left side of the frame, providing a visual anchor. To the right, a small inset image depicts a temple or shrine scene, a common device in Japanese prints to provide context or a secondary narrative layer. The colour palette relies on muted tones, with the green of the fabric and the subtle patterns of the woman's kimono creating a balanced visual harmony. The lines are precise, typical of the woodblock printing process where each colour requires a separate carved block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen was a student of Kikukawa Eizan and later developed his own style, which often leaned towards a more realistic portrayal of his subjects compared to his contemporaries. His work provides a window into the fashion and daily habits of the urban population in Edo. The inclusion of calligraphy and the inset landscape print adds a layer of intellectual depth, inviting the viewer to consider the relationship between the figure and her environment. This print is a fine example of the technical skill involved in 19th-century Japanese printmaking, where the interplay of pattern, negative space, and human gesture creates a compelling image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wind-blown-grass-across-the-moon-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWind Blown Grass Across the Moon - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-branch-of-plum-umegoe-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Branch of Plum (Umegoe) - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455282385231,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455303717199,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455303749967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455303782735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455303815503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455303848271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455303881039,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455303913807,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455303946575,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455303979343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455304012111,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455304044879,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Woman-with-Papers-in-Mouth-and-Fan-in-Hand_Poster_CompositorV1_1786243444797.jpg?v=1786486022"},{"product_id":"chodayu-of-the-okamotoya-keisai-eisen","title":"Chōdayu of the Okamotoya - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen featuring the courtesan Chōdayu of the Okamotoya and her young attendant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts Chōdayu, a high-ranking courtesan from the Okamotoya establishment. Eisen, a prolific artist of the late Edo period, was known for his bijin-ga, or pictures of beautiful women. His work often captured the fashion and cultural trends of the Yoshiwara pleasure district.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this composition, the courtesan is shown in a formal pose, wearing an elaborate kimono adorned with a pattern of rectangular cartouches. Her hair is styled with numerous hairpins, a hallmark of her status. Beside her stands a young attendant, or kamuro, whose smaller stature and simpler attire provide a visual contrast to the grandeur of the courtesan. The artist employs a balanced use of colour, with muted tones of blue, green, and soft pinks set against the warm, aged paper background. The inclusion of a rooster motif on the kimono fabric adds a layer of symbolic detail common in the textile designs of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen was a student of Kikukawa Eizan and later developed a distinct style that often featured slightly elongated figures and expressive facial features. This print reflects the technical precision of the ukiyo-e tradition, where the collaborative process between the artist, woodcarver, and printer resulted in works that were accessible to the urban population of Edo. The print serves as a record of the aesthetic preferences and social hierarchies of the time, documenting the elaborate dress and presentation of those who inhabited the pleasure quarters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wind-blown-grass-across-the-moon-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWind Blown Grass Across the Moon - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-branch-of-plum-umegoe-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Branch of Plum (Umegoe) - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455328686415,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455349952847,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455349985615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455350018383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455350051151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455350083919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455350116687,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455350149455,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455350182223,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455350214991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455350247759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455350280527,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ch-dayu-of-the-Okamotoya_Poster_CompositorV1_1786243817414.jpg?v=1786486426"},{"product_id":"lake-suwa-from-shiojiri-pass-keisai-eisen","title":"Lake Suwa from Shiojiri Pass - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, depicting travellers on the Shiojiri Pass overlooking the serene Lake Suwa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts the view of Lake Suwa from the Shiojiri Pass, a location on the Nakasendo road. The composition is part of the series 'The Sixty-nine Stations of the Kiso Kaido', a collaborative project between Eisen and Utagawa Hiroshige. The print captures a moment of travel along the mountain route, with travellers navigating the steep, winding path in the foreground while the expansive lake and distant mountains occupy the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen employs a clear sense of spatial depth, separating the immediate foreground of the pass from the distant, snow-capped peaks. The colour palette is restrained, relying on soft blues, greens, and earthy tones to define the terrain. The figures, rendered with simple forms, provide a sense of scale against the vast geography. The inclusion of the castle near the lake edge adds a specific historical marker to the scene, grounding the composition in the reality of the Edo period travel network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the print demonstrates the precision of the woodblock medium, with clean lines and flat areas of colour that characterise the Ukiyo-e tradition. The sky transitions from a pale yellow at the horizon to a deeper blue, a common technique used to suggest atmospheric perspective. The work functions as both a record of the geography of the Kiso Kaido and a piece of visual storytelling, documenting the daily life of those who traversed the route. The print remains a representative example of Eisen's contribution to the genre of travel-themed woodblock prints, reflecting the interest in regional topography that grew during the nineteenth century in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wind-blown-grass-across-the-moon-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWind Blown Grass Across the Moon - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-branch-of-plum-umegoe-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Branch of Plum (Umegoe) - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455342711119,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455355162959,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455355195727,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455355228495,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455355261263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455355294031,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455355326799,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455355359567,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455355392335,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455355425103,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455355457871,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455355490639,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Lake-Suwa-from-Shiojiri-Pass_Poster_CompositorV1_1786244046288.jpg?v=1786486553"},{"product_id":"evening-glow-at-nihonbashi-keisai-eisen","title":"Evening Glow at Nihonbashi - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed woodblock print by Keisai Eisen showing the busy activity on Nihonbashi bridge with Mount Fuji in the distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts the bustling activity on the Nihonbashi bridge in Edo, modern-day Tokyo. The composition captures the daily commerce of the period, showing labourers carrying heavy loads, fishmongers with their catch, and various townspeople navigating the bridge. In the background, the silhouette of Mount Fuji rises above the horizon, providing a calm contrast to the busy foreground. The artist employs a clear, graphic style typical of the Ukiyo-e tradition, using defined outlines and flat areas of colour to organise the complex scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen was a prolific designer of prints during the late Edo period. His work often focused on the urban life of the capital, documenting the social strata and the physical environment of the city. The bridge itself, a central hub for travel and trade, is rendered with structural precision. The fan-shaped cartouche in the upper right corner contains the title of the work, integrated into the design as a decorative element. The palette remains balanced, utilising muted earth tones for the architecture and figures, punctuated by the soft pinks of the sky and the deep blues of the water below. This print offers a view into the historical atmosphere of nineteenth-century Japan, documenting the movement of goods and people across one of the most important transit points in the country. The arrangement of figures across the bridge creates a sense of depth, drawing the eye from the immediate activity of the foreground towards the distant mountain peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-branch-of-plum-umegoe-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Branch of Plum (Umegoe) - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455373939023,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455382425935,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455382458703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455382491471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455382524239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455382557007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455382589775,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455382622543,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455382655311,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455382688079,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455382720847,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455382753615,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Evening-Glow-at-Nihonbashi_Poster_CompositorV1_1786244286164.jpg?v=1786486994"},{"product_id":"untitled-bijin-ga-with-hand-mirror-keisai-eisen","title":"Untitled (Bijin-ga with Hand Mirror) - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, capturing a woman in a quiet moment of applying makeup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts a bijin, or beautiful woman, engaged in a private moment of grooming. The subject holds a small cosmetic dish and a brush, applying makeup while observing her reflection. The composition is typical of the late Edo period, where the focus shifts toward the psychological interiority of the subject rather than purely external fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen, a prolific designer of ukiyo-e prints, was known for his depictions of women in the Yoshiwara district. His style often features elongated facial features and a specific grace in the posture of his subjects. In this work, the woman is dressed in a patterned kimono, with her hair styled in an elaborate coiffure secured by decorative pins. The inclusion of a small inset image at the top, resembling a hanging scroll or a landscape view, provides a secondary visual element that balances the primary portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the print demonstrates the precise line work and flat colour application characteristic of the ukiyo-e tradition. The artist uses a limited palette, allowing the red of the cosmetic dish and the pattern of the kimono to draw the viewer's eye. The background remains neutral, ensuring the focus stays on the woman's expression and her delicate hand movements. This piece offers a glimpse into the aesthetic values of the nineteenth-century Japanese urban class, where the art of personal presentation was highly regarded. The print is a fine example of the bijin-ga genre, which sought to capture the fleeting nature of beauty and the quiet rituals of daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wind-blown-grass-across-the-moon-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWind Blown Grass Across the Moon - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-branch-of-plum-umegoe-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Branch of Plum (Umegoe) - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455375085903,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455387537743,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455387570511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455387603279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455387636047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455387668815,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455387701583,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455387734351,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455387767119,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455387799887,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455387832655,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455387865423,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-Bijin-ga-with-Hand-Mirror-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786244461604.jpg?v=1786487016"},{"product_id":"sparrows-bamboo-and-falling-snow-keisai-eisen","title":"Sparrows, Bamboo and Falling Snow - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, depicting two sparrows in flight amongst bamboo stalks during a snowfall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeisai Eisen, a prominent figure in the Ukiyo-e tradition, produced this kacho-ga (bird-and-flower) print during the late Edo period. The composition captures a quiet moment in winter, featuring two sparrows navigating a flurry of snow amidst bamboo stalks. Eisen employs a restrained palette, allowing the subtle grey background to suggest the chill of the season while the brown tones of the birds provide a natural contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bamboo is rendered with sharp, decisive lines, reflecting the artist's technical proficiency in woodblock carving. The falling snow is depicted through simple, light-coloured marks, creating a sense of movement without cluttering the visual field. The birds are shown in mid-flight, their postures suggesting the agility required to manage the winter elements. This work demonstrates the characteristic focus of the genre on the observation of nature, where the interaction between flora and fauna is presented with clarity and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen was well-known for his bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women), yet his contributions to the bird-and-flower genre reveal a different facet of his artistic output. His ability to distil a scene into its essential components is evident here. The print avoids unnecessary ornamentation, relying instead on the balance between the verticality of the bamboo and the dynamic positioning of the sparrows. The signature and seal of the artist are placed discreetly, maintaining the integrity of the overall design. This piece offers a view into the aesthetic values of nineteenth-century Japan, where the changing seasons were frequently documented through the medium of the woodblock print. It remains a clear example of the technical and stylistic conventions that defined the period, focusing on the interplay of form, space, and seasonal atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wind-blown-grass-across-the-moon-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWind Blown Grass Across the Moon - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-branch-of-plum-umegoe-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Branch of Plum (Umegoe) - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455377772879,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455401988431,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455402021199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455402053967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455402086735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455402119503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455402152271,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455402185039,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455402217807,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455402250575,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455402283343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455402316111,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sparrows-Bamboo-and-Falling-Snow_Poster_CompositorV1_1786244674322.jpg?v=1786487084"},{"product_id":"a-tokaido-board-game-of-courtesans-keisai-eisen","title":"A Tōkaidō Board Game of Courtesans - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, featuring elegant courtesans from the Yoshiwara district paired with Tōkaidō road stations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print originates from the series A Tōkaidō Board Game of Courtesans, Fifty-three Pairings in the Yoshiwara (Keisei dōchū sugoroku, Mitate Yoshiwara gojūsan tsui). Keisai Eisen, a prolific artist of the late Edo period, produced this work as a mitate-e, a genre of parody or comparative print that links the famous Tōkaidō road stations with the inhabitants of the Yoshiwara pleasure district.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features two distinct panels, each depicting a high-ranking courtesan. The figures are rendered with the characteristic elegance of the period, showcasing elaborate hairstyles adorned with numerous hairpins and layered kimonos featuring complex textile patterns. The artist employs a balanced use of line and colour, with the figures occupying the foreground while smaller, inset cartouches provide a visual reference to the specific Tōkaidō stations being parodied. These small vignettes offer a contrast to the primary subjects, grounding the fantastical world of the Yoshiwara in the geography of the famous travel route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen was known for his bijin-ga, or pictures of beautiful women, and this series demonstrates his skill in capturing the fashion and posture of the era. The print reflects the cultural obsession with both travel and the entertainment districts of Edo. The use of woodblock printing techniques allows for the precise application of colour and the clear definition of the textile designs, which are central to the visual appeal of the work. By juxtaposing the courtesans with the landscape imagery of the Tōkaidō, Eisen creates a narrative layer that invites the viewer to engage with both the aesthetic qualities of the figures and the literary or historical references embedded in the series. This print remains a representative example of the sophisticated visual culture that flourished in nineteenth-century Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455412539727,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455421092175,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455421124943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455421157711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455421190479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455421223247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455421256015,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455421288783,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455421321551,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455421354319,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455421387087,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455421419855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/A-T-kaid-Board-Game-of-Courtesans_Poster_CompositorV1_1786244915847.jpg?v=1786487593"},{"product_id":"winter-landscape-keisai-eisen","title":"Winter Landscape - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicting a snow-covered coastal village in a minimalist blue and white palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen captures a serene, snow-covered coastal village during the winter months. Eisen, a prominent figure in the Ukiyo-e tradition, employs a restricted palette dominated by shades of blue and white to convey the stillness of the season. The composition is balanced, with the village structures nestled along the shoreline, their roofs heavily laden with snow. A solitary figure navigates a small boat across the calm water in the foreground, providing a sense of scale and quiet human presence against the vast, frozen environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of Japanese woodblock printing from the Edo period. The artist uses clean lines to define the architecture and the jagged edges of the snow-covered trees, while the gradient of the blue sky suggests the fading light of a winter day. The inclusion of a torii gate near the water's edge adds a cultural dimension to the scene, grounding the natural setting within a specific Japanese context. Eisen was known for his ability to capture atmospheric conditions, and this work is an example of his skill in using colour and negative space to evoke a specific mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolis Prints produces this museum-grade reproduction using archival inks on high-quality paper, ensuring the subtle tonal variations of the original print are preserved. The work offers a calm, minimalist aesthetic suitable for various interior settings. By focusing on the interplay between the built environment and the natural world, Eisen creates a scene that remains visually engaging without the need for complex detail. This print is a representative example of the landscape genre that gained popularity in nineteenth-century Japan, reflecting a shift in artistic focus toward the depiction of regional beauty and seasonal change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455415095631,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455426433359,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455426466127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455426498895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455426531663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455426564431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455426597199,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455426629967,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455426662735,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455426695503,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455426728271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455426761039,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Winter-Landscape_Poster_CompositorV1_1786245277558.jpg?v=1786487635"},{"product_id":"koi-keisai-eisen","title":"Koi - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, featuring a koi swimming through stylized water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts a single koi swimming through water. Eisen, a prolific artist of the late Edo period, was known for his work in the Ukiyo-e tradition. While he is often associated with bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women), his kacho-ga (bird and flower pictures) demonstrate a keen observation of natural forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is defined by the contrast between the dark, patterned scales of the fish and the pale, aquatic environment. The artist uses a subtle blue gradient to suggest depth, while the stylized aquatic plants provide a sense of movement. The koi is rendered with a focus on its physical characteristics, from the barbels near the mouth to the arrangement of the scales along its flank. The print utilizes the traditional woodblock process, where individual colour blocks are layered to create the final image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects the Japanese aesthetic interest in the natural world, often seen in the kacho-ga genre. The simplicity of the subject allows the viewer to focus on the line work and the balance of the composition. The inclusion of the artist's signature and seal on the right side of the print confirms its origin within the Ukiyo-e school. This print offers a clear example of the technical precision required in nineteenth-century Japanese printmaking, where the carver and printer worked in tandem with the artist to achieve the desired effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455438590287,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455460872527,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455460905295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455460938063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455460970831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455461003599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455461036367,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455461069135,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455461101903,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455461134671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455461167439,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455461200207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Koi_Poster_CompositorV1_1786245476264.jpg?v=1786487946"},{"product_id":"pictures-of-eastern-brocade-keisai-eisen","title":"Pictures of Eastern Brocade - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, depicting a woman in a patterned kimono beside a lantern from the Famous Products of Edo series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen belongs to the series Famous Products of Edo. Eisen, a prolific figure in the Ukiyo-e tradition, often focused on bijin-ga, or pictures of beautiful women. In this composition, a woman stands beside a stone lantern, her posture suggesting a moment of quiet contemplation. She holds a small scroll or letter to her lips, drawing the viewer into a narrative of private correspondence or hidden thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print displays the characteristic technical precision of the Edo period. The artist employs a balanced use of line and colour, with the woman's kimono featuring a repeating butterfly motif that adds texture to the surface. The colour palette remains restrained, relying on muted tones of plum, teal, and soft ochre, which allows the graphic elements of the lantern and the inset cartouche to maintain their visual weight. The cartouche in the upper left corner provides a secondary scene, a common device in Ukiyo-e prints to provide context or thematic depth to the primary subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen was known for his slightly more realistic approach to the female form compared to his contemporaries. His figures often possess a distinct physical presence, grounded by the careful rendering of their garments and the surrounding architectural elements. The inclusion of the lantern and the fence suggests an outdoor setting, perhaps a garden or a street at dusk. This work captures the aesthetic sensibilities of the period, where the depiction of daily life and fashion merged with artistic convention. The print serves as a record of the visual culture of Edo, capturing both the style of the era and the technical mastery of the woodblock medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455545610575,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455559799119,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455559831887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455559864655,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455559897423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455559930191,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455559962959,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455559995727,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455560028495,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455560061263,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455560094031,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455560126799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Pictures-of-Eastern-Brocade_Poster_CompositorV1_1786246596987.jpg?v=1786488830"},{"product_id":"warabi-juku-todogawa-ferry-keisai-eisen","title":"Warabi-juku, Todogawa Ferry - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicting a ferry crossing at Warabi-juku, part of the series Sixty-nine Stations of the Kiso Kaidō.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts a scene from the Kiso Kaidō, a major route connecting Edo and Kyoto. The image captures the Todogawa Ferry near Warabi-juku, the first station on the route. Eisen, a prolific artist of the late Edo period, contributed twenty-four prints to the series, which was completed by Utagawa Hiroshige. The composition focuses on a flat-bottomed ferry boat crossing the river, filled with travellers and a pack horse. The boatman stands at the stern, using a long pole to navigate the vessel across the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the background, the riverbank features a small settlement with thatched-roof structures and gnarled pine trees. Two birds are depicted in flight over the water, adding a sense of movement to the quiet scene. The colour palette relies on shades of blue for the water and sky, contrasted with the earthy tones of the riverbank and the figures on the boat. The print demonstrates the technical precision of the woodblock medium, with clear outlines and a balanced arrangement of elements. The series as a whole provides a visual record of the journey along the Kiso Kaidō, documenting the various stations and the daily life of travellers during the nineteenth century. Eisen's work in this series is noted for its atmospheric quality and attention to the specific geography of the route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455577231695,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455664755023,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455664787791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455664820559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455664853327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455664886095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455664918863,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455664951631,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455664984399,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455665017167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455665049935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455665082703,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Warabi-juku-Todogawa-Ferry_Poster_CompositorV1_1786247048227.jpg?v=1786489212"},{"product_id":"hiratsuka-near-kutsukake-keisai-eisen","title":"Hiratsuka near Kutsukake - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicting travellers caught in a rainstorm along the historic Kisokaido route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts a scene from the Kisokaido, one of the major routes connecting Edo and Kyoto during the Edo period. The composition captures travellers navigating a heavy rainstorm near the post station of Hiratsuka. Eisen employs diagonal lines across the upper portion of the print to represent the driving rain, a technique that creates a sense of movement and atmospheric pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, two pack horses laden with blue-wrapped cargo are led by figures wearing traditional straw hats and rain capes. The muted colour palette, dominated by shades of grey, blue, and earthy browns, reflects the sombre mood of the weather. The trees, bent by the wind, further communicate the harsh conditions of the journey. The print is part of the series 'Sixty-nine Stations of the Kisokaido', a collaborative project between Eisen and Utagawa Hiroshige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen was a prolific artist of the late Edo period, known for his work in various genres, including bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women) and landscape prints. His contribution to the Kisokaido series demonstrates his ability to convey the specific character of the Japanese countryside. The print maintains a balance between the human element of the travellers and the natural environment, documenting the realities of travel along the historic route. The use of woodblock printing allows for the subtle gradation of colour in the sky and the sharp definition of the rain, showcasing the technical skill involved in the production of these ukiyo-e works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455664394575,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455682384207,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455682416975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455682449743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455682482511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455682515279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455682548047,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455682580815,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455682613583,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455682646351,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455682679119,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455682711887,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hiratsuka-near-Kutsukake_Poster_CompositorV1_1786247295176.jpg?v=1786489432"},{"product_id":"itabana-keisai-eisen","title":"Itabana - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicting travellers navigating a snowy winter path at the Itabana station on the Kiso Kaido road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts the post station of Itabana, the fifteenth stop on the Kiso Kaido road. The scene captures a winter journey through the mountainous terrain of Japan. Eisen employs a muted colour palette to convey the stillness of a snowy day, punctuated by the deep blue of the stream and the warm tones of the horizon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTravellers wearing traditional straw capes and conical hats navigate the path, their figures small against the weight of the snow-laden pine trees. The composition relies on the rhythmic placement of these trees, which guide the eye across the frame toward the distant, soft glow of the sky. The architecture of the station is partially obscured by the heavy snowfall, adding to the sense of isolation and quietude inherent in the journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a contributor to the series 'The Sixty-nine Stations of the Kiso Kaido', Eisen worked alongside Utagawa Hiroshige to document this vital route. His approach here demonstrates a keen observation of atmospheric conditions and the physical reality of travel during the Edo period. The print reflects the technical precision of the woodblock medium, with clear outlines and carefully registered colour blocks. The scalloped border, characteristic of this series, frames the scene as a distinct window into the past. This work offers a view of the Kiso Kaido that balances the rigours of the environment with the human presence of those traversing the road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455681368399,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455690281295,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455690314063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455690346831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455690379599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455690412367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455690445135,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455690477903,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455690510671,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455690543439,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455690576207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455690608975,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Itabana_Poster_CompositorV1_1786247548339.jpg?v=1786489533"},{"product_id":"stone-of-three-lights-sun-moon-and-star-keisai-eisen","title":"Stone of Three Lights: Sun, Moon and Star - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined surimono woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, featuring a symbolic stone draped in patterned fabric, accompanied by traditional Japanese calligraphy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen belongs to the genre of surimono, which were privately commissioned works often exchanged among poetry circles in Edo-period Japan. Unlike commercial prints produced for the mass market, surimono utilised high-quality paper and sophisticated printing techniques, such as metallic pigments and embossing, to achieve a refined aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a central, anthropomorphised stone marked with celestial symbols: a crescent moon, a full sun, and scattered stars. The stone is draped in a textile featuring a geometric tortoiseshell pattern, known as kikkō, which is further decorated with floral motifs. The juxtaposition of the rugged, natural form of the stone with the precise, repetitive patterns of the fabric demonstrates the technical skill of the carvers and printers involved in the production of such luxury items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurimono prints frequently incorporated kyōka, or mad verse, which are the calligraphic inscriptions visible surrounding the central image. These poems often contain puns or allusions related to the imagery, adding a layer of intellectual engagement for the recipient. Eisen, a prolific artist known for his bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women), here displays his versatility in the realm of still life and symbolic design. The print reflects the cultural preoccupation with nature and celestial phenomena, presented through a lens of stylised abstraction. The muted colour palette, dominated by earthy tones and soft blues, maintains a sense of balance, allowing the viewer to focus on the interplay between the organic shape of the stone and the rigid geometry of the textile. This work provides a glimpse into the private artistic exchanges that flourished within the urban centres of nineteenth-century Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455687954767,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455699521871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455699554639,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455699587407,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455699620175,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455699652943,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455699685711,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455699718479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455699751247,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455699784015,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455699816783,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455699849551,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Stone-of-Three-Lights_-Sun-Moon-and-Star_Poster_CompositorV1_1786247674344.jpg?v=1786489740"},{"product_id":"kegon-waterfall-keisai-eisen","title":"Kegon Waterfall - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, depicting the dramatic Kegon Waterfall in Nikko with figures observing the cascade from a cliff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts the Kegon Waterfall, a site located in Nikko, Japan. Eisen, a prolific artist of the late Edo period, focuses on the dramatic verticality of the cascade, which dominates the centre of the composition. The water descends between steep, dark rock faces, rendered with textured lines to suggest the rugged surface of the cliffside. At the base, the water churns into a pool, indicated by stylised, foam-like patterns typical of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the right, three figures are positioned on a rocky outcrop, peering down into the abyss. Their presence provides a sense of scale, contrasting the human element against the immense power of the natural feature. The colour palette relies on deep blues for the water and muted, earthy tones for the surrounding terrain, creating a balanced visual weight. The print is part of a series exploring famous sites, a popular subject for ukiyo-e artists who sought to document the geography of Japan for an urban audience in Edo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen employs a clear, graphic approach to the composition. The use of flat colour areas and defined outlines is characteristic of the woodblock medium. The print captures the atmospheric quality of the waterfall, with the mist and spray suggested through subtle variations in the blue ink. This work demonstrates the technical precision required in the carving and printing process, where each colour block must align to produce the final image. The inclusion of calligraphy in the cartouche provides context, identifying the location and the artist. This piece offers a view into the aesthetic priorities of nineteenth-century Japanese printmaking, where the observation of nature is filtered through the conventions of the ukiyo-e style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455699489103,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455702470991,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455702503759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455702536527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455702569295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455702602063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455702634831,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455702667599,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455702700367,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455702733135,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455702765903,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455702798671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Kegon-Waterfall_Poster_CompositorV1_1786247797865.jpg?v=1786489808"},{"product_id":"ryogoku-bridge-in-summer-keisai-eisen","title":"Ryogoku Bridge in Summer - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, depicting the lively summer evening atmosphere at Ryogoku Bridge in Edo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts the Ryogoku Bridge in Edo, a site famous for its summer evening festivities. The composition captures the atmosphere of the Sumida River, where residents gathered to escape the heat. The bridge itself spans the upper portion of the frame, constructed with a visible timber framework that contrasts with the dark, star-filled sky above. A large, stylized firework burst dominates the upper left, providing a sense of temporal specificity to the evening scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the bridge, the river is populated with small boats, while the foreground shows a bustling market area. Stalls with yellow awnings and red lanterns create a sense of enclosure for the crowd of figures below. The figures are rendered in the typical Ukiyo-e fashion, with varied postures and attire that suggest the social diversity of the Edo period. The print employs a clear, graphic approach to space, using the bridge as a diagonal element to guide the eye across the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeisai Eisen was a prolific artist of the late Edo period, known for his work in various genres, including bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women) and landscape prints. This specific work demonstrates his ability to balance architectural detail with the lively human activity characteristic of the floating world. The colour palette is restrained, relying on the contrast between the dark night sky, the warm yellow of the stalls, and the muted tones of the figures' clothing. The print serves as a record of urban life in nineteenth-century Japan, documenting the social habits and public spaces of the era. The use of line is precise, defining the structural elements of the bridge and the individual forms of the people with equal clarity, typical of the technical standards of the period's printmakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455702438223,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455706272079,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455706304847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455706337615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455706370383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455706403151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455706435919,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455706468687,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455706501455,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455706534223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455706566991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455706599759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ryogoku-Bridge-in-Summer_Poster_CompositorV1_1786248038732.jpg?v=1786490045"},{"product_id":"itabana-station-keisai-eisen","title":"Itabana Station - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA winter scene from the series The Sixty-nine Stations of the Kiso Kaido, depicting travellers navigating the snow-covered path at Itabana Station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts Itabana Station, a stop along the Nakasendo route. It is part of the series titled The Sixty-nine Stations of the Kiso Kaido, a project Eisen worked on alongside Utagawa Hiroshige. The scene captures a winter atmosphere, with heavy snow blanketing the ground, the thatched roofs of the village, and the branches of the pine trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen employs a distinct colour palette to convey the cold, quiet stillness of the season. The sky transitions from a deep, dark grey at the top to a soft, warm pink near the horizon, suggesting the fading light of a winter day. A stream flows through the foreground, its blue tones contrasting with the white snow. Several travellers, wearing traditional straw hats and cloaks, make their way through the snowy path. Their figures provide a sense of scale and human presence within the quiet, frozen environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is balanced, with the vertical forms of the pine trees creating a rhythm across the middle ground. The print demonstrates the technical skill involved in the ukiyo-e process, particularly in the application of colour gradients and the precise carving of the woodblocks. Eisen was known for his work in the bijin-ga genre, but his contributions to this series show his ability to capture atmospheric conditions and the specific character of rural Japanese locations. This print offers a view into the travel culture of the Edo period, documenting the stations that connected the major cities of Japan. The work remains a clear example of the aesthetic priorities of the period, focusing on the interplay between human activity and the natural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455708238159,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455712858447,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455712891215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455712923983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455712956751,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455712989519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455713022287,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455713055055,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455713087823,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455713120591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455713153359,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455713186127,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Itabana-Station_Poster_CompositorV1_1786248398929.jpg?v=1786490224"},{"product_id":"birds-and-flowers-keisai-eisen","title":"Birds and Flowers - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic kacho-ga woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, featuring birds and fruit in a balanced, naturalistic composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen belongs to the kacho-ga genre, a traditional Japanese category of art focusing on birds and flowers. Eisen, a prolific figure of the late Edo period, demonstrates his technical skill through the balanced composition of this piece. The work features two birds perched upon a gnarled tree trunk, surrounded by clusters of fruit and foliage. The artist employs a restrained palette, allowing the deep blue-green of the leaves and the soft brown tones of the bark to create a sense of natural harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition relies on the interplay between the solid, textured mass of the tree trunk on the left and the delicate, open space on the right. This negative space, typical of the period, provides a quiet backdrop that draws the viewer's attention to the specific details of the birds and the fruit. The print exhibits the characteristic clean lines and flat colour application associated with the Ukiyo-e tradition. Eisen captures the posture of the birds with precision, suggesting a moment of stillness in the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of the Ukiyo-e school, Eisen was known for his versatility, moving between bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women) and these more contemplative nature studies. This print reflects the aesthetic values of the time, where the observation of seasonal change and the specific characteristics of flora and fauna were held in high regard. The inclusion of the artist's signature and seal in the lower left corner confirms the authenticity of the design. The work remains a clear example of the refined graphic quality achieved by Japanese printmakers during the nineteenth century, offering a glimpse into the artistic priorities of the era without the need for excessive ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455708270927,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455710957903,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455710990671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455711023439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455711056207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455711088975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455711121743,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455711154511,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455711187279,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455711220047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455711252815,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455711285583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Birds-and-Flowers_Poster_CompositorV1_1786248276612.jpg?v=1786490224"},{"product_id":"the-courtesan-hanamurasaki-of-the-tsuchiya-keisai-eisen","title":"The Courtesan Hanamurasaki of the Tsuchiya - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, depicting the elegant courtesan Hanamurasaki amidst mallow flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeisai Eisen was a prolific designer of ukiyo-e woodblock prints, particularly known for his bijin-ga, or images of beautiful women. This print depicts the courtesan Hanamurasaki, a high-ranking figure from the Tsuchiya establishment. She is presented in a seated pose, surrounded by mallow flowers, which provide a botanical backdrop to her elaborate attire. The composition is characteristic of the late Edo period, where the focus shifted towards elongated figures and decorative patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe courtesan wears a complex ensemble of layered kimono, featuring floral motifs that echo the mallow blossoms behind her. Her hair is styled with numerous ornamental pins, a sign of her status within the Yoshiwara pleasure district. A notable element is the small, framed portrait she holds, which introduces a secondary narrative layer to the work. The use of colour is balanced, with soft pinks and deep blues creating a visual harmony across the surface of the print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen, a student of Kikugawa Eizan, developed a distinct style that often featured more realistic facial expressions compared to his contemporaries. His work captures the fashion and aesthetic preferences of the urban population in nineteenth-century Japan. The print demonstrates the technical precision of the woodblock medium, from the fine lines of the hair to the printed textures of the fabric. This piece offers a glimpse into the cultural life of the period, where courtesans were celebrated as icons of style and grace. The print is a fine example of the commercial art production that defined the ukiyo-e genre during its later years, maintaining a high level of craftsmanship despite the mass-produced nature of the medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455714988367,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455717642575,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455717675343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455717708111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455717740879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455717773647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455717806415,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455717839183,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455717871951,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455717904719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455717937487,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455717970255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Courtesan-Hanamurasaki-of-the-Tsuchiya_Poster_CompositorV1_1786248659391.jpg?v=1786490434"},{"product_id":"rejected-geisha-from-passions-cooled-by-springtime-snow-keisai-eisen","title":"Rejected Geisha from Passions Cooled by Springtime Snow - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, featuring a detailed portrait of a geisha with a melancholic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen belongs to the genre of bijin-ga, or pictures of beautiful women. Eisen, a prolific artist of the late Edo period, was known for his distinct approach to the female form. His figures often possess a slightly elongated facial structure and a melancholic expression, which departs from the more idealised, rounded features favoured by his contemporaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject is a geisha, depicted in a close-up composition that focuses on her head and shoulders. Her hair is styled in an elaborate fashion, adorned with hairpins that provide a geometric contrast to the soft curves of her face. The colour palette is restrained, relying on muted tones for the background and clothing, which allows the red accents of her collar and lips to draw the viewer's attention. The lines are precise and calligraphic, characteristic of the technical mastery required for traditional Japanese woodblock printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work originates from the series Passions Cooled by Springtime Snow. The title suggests a narrative of unrequited affection or emotional distance, themes frequently explored in the literature and art of the period. Eisen captures a moment of quiet introspection rather than an active scene. The lack of background detail ensures that the focus remains entirely on the subject's facial features and the subtle nuances of her expression. This print provides a clear example of the stylistic shift occurring in Ukiyo-e during the early 19th century, where artists began to favour more individualised and psychologically complex portraits over generic representations of beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455719084367,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455720558927,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455720591695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455720624463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455720657231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455720689999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455720722767,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455720755535,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455720788303,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455720821071,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455720853839,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455720886607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Rejected-Geisha-from-Passions-Cooled-by-Springtime-Snow_Poster_CompositorV1_1786248755346.jpg?v=1786490632"},{"product_id":"beauty-and-shamisen-keisai-eisen","title":"Beauty and Shamisen - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen featuring a woman with a shamisen, rendered in a traditional style with delicate line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts a bijin, or beautiful woman, holding a shamisen, a traditional three-stringed Japanese musical instrument. Eisen was a prolific designer of ukiyo-e prints during the late Edo period, known for his distinct style that often featured elongated figures and a focus on the fashionable women of the Yoshiwara pleasure district.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is typical of the genre, balancing the central figure against a small inset cartouche in the upper left corner. This cartouche provides a secondary scene, likely a reference to a specific location or a narrative element from the series to which this print belongs. The woman wears a kimono decorated with butterfly motifs, while the lower portion of her garment features a dense, repeating floral pattern. Her posture is relaxed, yet the inclusion of the shamisen suggests a moment of musical performance or preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen utilised a limited colour palette, relying on soft pinks, muted yellows, and deep blacks to define the forms. The lines are precise, characteristic of the woodblock carving techniques of the time. The print includes calligraphic text, which serves as both a signature and a descriptive element, providing context for the subject matter. This work offers a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences of the nineteenth-century urban population in Japan, where prints of this nature were widely collected and appreciated for their depiction of contemporary fashion and cultural pastimes. The flat perspective and emphasis on decorative pattern are hallmarks of the ukiyo-e tradition, which prioritised graphic clarity over three-dimensional realism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455735304527,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455739105615,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455739138383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455739171151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455739203919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455739236687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455739269455,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455739302223,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455739334991,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455739367759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455739400527,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455739433295,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Beauty-and-Shamisen_Poster_CompositorV1_1786249592698.jpg?v=1786491209"},{"product_id":"autumn-moon-over-atago-hill-keisai-eisen","title":"Autumn Moon over Atago Hill - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, capturing a serene moonlit view from Atago Hill over the bay of Edo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts a serene evening view from Atago Hill, looking out over the bay of Edo. As part of the series Eight Views of Edo, the composition employs a classic Ukiyo-e approach to spatial depth, balancing the architectural elements of the shrine buildings on the right with the expansive water and distant horizon. The full moon hangs in the upper centre, casting a cool light across the scene and unifying the various components of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen, a prolific artist of the late Edo period, demonstrates his command of colour and line in this work. The deep blues of the sky and water contrast with the warm tones of the wooden structures and the lanterns hanging beneath the eaves. The inclusion of sailing vessels on the water adds a sense of scale and activity to the quiet atmosphere. The pine tree in the foreground acts as a vertical anchor, drawing the eye from the bustling activity of the shrine visitors below up toward the celestial body above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the print displays the precision associated with the woodblock medium. The registration of the colours and the clarity of the printed lines reflect the skill of the carvers and printers who collaborated with Eisen. The fan-shaped cartouche in the upper left corner contains the series title, a common feature in Japanese prints of this era. This work offers a glimpse into the aesthetic priorities of the time, where the observation of nature and the depiction of popular local sites were central to the output of print designers. It remains a representative example of the genre, capturing a specific moment of atmospheric calm within the busy urban environment of nineteenth-century Edo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455735337295,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455737303375,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455737336143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455737368911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455737401679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455737434447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455737467215,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455737499983,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455737532751,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455737565519,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455737598287,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455737631055,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Autumn-Moon-over-Atago-Hill_Poster_CompositorV1_1786249446771.jpg?v=1786491209"},{"product_id":"hiratsuka-station-keisai-eisen","title":"Hiratsuka Station - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, depicting a woman in a patterned kimono at the Hiratsuka post station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts a scene from the series 'The Sixty-nine Stations of the Kiso Kaidō'. The composition focuses on a woman in the foreground, dressed in a patterned blue kimono, who stands as the primary subject against a backdrop of the Hiratsuka post station. Eisen, a prolific artist of the late Edo period, was known for his bijin-ga, or pictures of beautiful women, and his ability to integrate human figures with travel motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe woman holds a pipe, her posture relaxed yet poised. Her kimono features a bold, repeating leaf pattern, rendered in shades of indigo and white. The background provides a sense of place, showing the typical activity of a busy road station, including travellers carried in palanquins and the sparse, windswept trees characteristic of the Kiso Kaidō route. The print employs the flat perspective and strong outlines common to the Ukiyo-e tradition, where colour blocks are used to define form and texture rather than modelling through light and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen's work on this series was a collaborative effort with Utagawa Hiroshige, though Eisen's contributions are distinct for their emphasis on the figures rather than the topography alone. The print captures a moment of pause in the journey, reflecting the transient nature of life on the road during the nineteenth century. The colour palette remains balanced, relying on the contrast between the deep blue of the garments and the muted, earthy tones of the landscape. This piece offers a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences of the era, where fashion and travel were frequent subjects for the urban print-buying public in Edo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455739924815,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455745397071,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455745429839,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455745462607,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455745495375,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455745528143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455745560911,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455745593679,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455745626447,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455745659215,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455745691983,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455745724751,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hiratsuka-Station_Poster_CompositorV1_1786249837332.jpg?v=1786491405"},{"product_id":"okitsu-no-18-from-the-fifty-three-stations-of-the-tokaido-road-keisai-eisen","title":"Okitsu, No. 18 from the Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, featuring a woman in a patterned kimono against a coastal view of Okitsu and Mount Fuji.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts a scene from the famous Tokaido road, which connected Edo to Kyoto. Eisen, a prolific artist of the late Edo period, was known for his bijin-ga, or pictures of beautiful women. In this composition, a woman stands in the foreground, her kimono decorated with a bold, repeating floral pattern. She carries a small box, perhaps a portable shrine or a personal container, while looking towards the distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background provides a view of the coastal station of Okitsu. The iconic silhouette of Mount Fuji rises behind the mountains, while the sea and small boats occupy the middle ground. Travellers are visible on the path, adding a sense of movement to the quiet coastal setting. Eisen uses a palette dominated by blues and soft earth tones, which creates a harmonious balance between the figure and the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the more traditional landscape-focused prints of the Tokaido series, this work integrates the figure into the travel narrative. The print demonstrates the technical skill of the woodblock carvers and printers of the era, who managed to capture the subtle gradations of the sky and the texture of the fabric. The composition relies on the contrast between the large, patterned figure in the foreground and the expansive, atmospheric view of the Japanese coast. This piece offers a glimpse into the popular culture of the nineteenth century, where travel and fashion were frequent subjects for artistic exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455754867023,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455767384399,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455767417167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455767449935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455767482703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455767515471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455767548239,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455767581007,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455767613775,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455767646543,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455767679311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455767712079,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Okitsu-No_Poster_CompositorV1_1786250172226.jpg?v=1786491797"},{"product_id":"the-kirifuri-falls-one-of-the-three-waterfalls-keisai-eisen","title":"The Kirifuri Falls, One of the Three Waterfalls - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, capturing the dramatic, stylized descent of the Kirifuri Falls in the Nikkō region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeisai Eisen, a prolific designer of the late Edo period, produced this striking woodblock print as part of a series documenting the famous waterfalls of the Nikkō region. The composition focuses on the dramatic, cascading movement of the Kirifuri Falls, which translates to 'mist-falling falls'. Eisen employs a distinct graphic approach to the water, rendering the torrents as stylized, ribbon-like forms that snake down the rocky cliff face. This method creates a sense of rhythmic motion, contrasting with the jagged, dark textures of the surrounding stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the base of the falls, a group of travellers is depicted, providing a sense of scale to the immense natural feature. These figures, dressed in traditional attire, appear to be pausing to admire the view, a common trope in Japanese travel prints of the era. The colour palette is restrained, relying on deep blues, greys, and earthy tones to convey the cool, damp atmosphere of the mountain site. The print demonstrates the artist's ability to balance natural observation with the decorative conventions of the Ukiyo-e tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen was well-known for his work in various genres, including bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women), but his landscape prints reveal a keen interest in the topography of Japan. This specific work captures the awe inspired by the Nikkō waterfalls, which were popular destinations for pilgrims and tourists during the nineteenth century. The vertical orientation of the print emphasizes the height of the falls, drawing the viewer's eye from the misty summit down to the rocky basin where the travellers rest. The print remains a clear example of the technical skill involved in multi-block printing, with precise registration of the various colour layers used to define the water and the rugged terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455760830799,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455766663503,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455766696271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455766729039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455766761807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455766794575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455766827343,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455766860111,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455766892879,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455766925647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455766958415,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455766991183,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Kirifuri-Falls-One-of-the-Three-Waterfalls_Poster_CompositorV1_1786250046631.jpg?v=1786491889"},{"product_id":"fishing-for-whitebait-in-the-bay-off-tsukuda-keisai-eisen","title":"Fishing for Whitebait in the Bay off Tsukuda - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicting a fisherman at work in the bay off Tsukuda, rendered with precise lines and a muted colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen captures a quiet moment of maritime labour in the bay off Tsukuda, a region historically associated with Edo-period fishing practices. The composition focuses on a lone fisherman operating a large, cross-framed net from his small boat. The geometric structure of the net dominates the centre of the frame, contrasting with the fluid, rhythmic lines used to depict the water below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen employs a restrained colour palette, typical of his later landscape works. The sky transitions from a dark, moody upper register to a lighter horizon, suggesting the early hours of the morning or the onset of dusk. In the background, the silhouettes of other vessels and the distant shoreline provide a sense of scale and spatial depth. The artist uses thin, precise lines to define the rigging of the boats and the texture of the fisherman's straw hat, demonstrating the technical control required for traditional Japanese woodblock printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the more dramatic compositions of his contemporaries, Eisen presents a observational view of daily life. The print avoids excessive ornamentation, allowing the viewer to focus on the mechanics of the fishing process and the atmospheric conditions of the bay. The inclusion of Japanese calligraphy in the upper left corner serves as both a title and a formal element of the design, balancing the visual weight of the fishing net. This work provides a glimpse into the coastal activities that supported the population of Edo, rendered with the characteristic clarity and graphic sensibility of the Ukiyo-e tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455773086031,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455782162767,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455782195535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455782228303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455782261071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455782293839,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455782326607,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455782359375,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455782392143,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455782424911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455782457679,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455782490447,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Fishing-for-Whitebait-in-the-Bay-off-Tsukuda_Poster_CompositorV1_1786250332236.jpg?v=1786492063"},{"product_id":"decoration-of-three-treasures-and-a-mask-of-otafuku-keisai-eisen","title":"Decoration of three treasures and a mask of Otafuku - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Japanese woodblock print by Keisai Eisen featuring a New Year still life with an Otafuku mask and pine, accompanied by traditional poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen belongs to the genre of surimono, which were privately commissioned prints often distributed among members of poetry circles. The composition features a collection of symbolic objects associated with the Japanese New Year. A small, stylised pine tree sits atop a stand, accompanied by a mask of Otafuku, a figure representing mirth and good fortune. The inclusion of these items suggests a celebration of prosperity and joy during the festive season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print is notable for its delicate application of colour and the inclusion of calligraphic text, which occupies a significant portion of the upper field. The text consists of kyoka, a form of humorous or satirical waka poetry that was popular among the literati of the Edo period. The balance between the visual elements and the written word is characteristic of the surimono format, where the aesthetic quality of the paper and the precision of the carving were paramount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen, a prolific artist of the Ukiyo-e school, demonstrates his skill in capturing the quietude of a still life arrangement. The lines are fine and controlled, reflecting the technical demands of the woodblock medium. The palette is restrained, relying on soft tones to create a sense of harmony. The Otafuku mask, with its rounded features and gentle expression, provides a human element to the otherwise inanimate objects. This work offers a glimpse into the cultural practices of the nineteenth-century Japanese elite, where the exchange of such prints served as a social ritual. The composition remains uncluttered, allowing the viewer to appreciate the individual details of the pine needles, the texture of the mask, and the fluidity of the brushwork in the accompanying poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mountains-and-rivers-along-the-kisokaido-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMountains and Rivers Along the Kisokaidō - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/orange-dried-persimmons-herring-roe-and-different-nuts-ryuryukyo-shinsai\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eOrange, Dried Persimmons, Herring-Roe and Different Nuts - Ryūryūkyo Shinsai — Ryūryūkyo Shinsai\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455804084559,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455816995151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455817027919,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455817060687,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455817093455,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455817126223,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455817158991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455817191759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455817224527,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455817257295,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455817290063,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455817322831,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Decoration-of-three-treasures-and-a-mask-of-Otafuku_Poster_CompositorV1_1786250884280.jpg?v=1786492409"},{"product_id":"shinagawa-hot-tea-keisai-eisen","title":"Shinagawa: Hot Tea - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, depicting a woman preparing tea against the backdrop of the Shinagawa coastline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts a scene from the series 'Famous Places of the Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido'. The composition features a bijin, or beautiful woman, positioned in the foreground as she prepares tea. Her attire is rendered with careful attention to textile patterns, featuring cranes against a deep blue ground, which contrasts with the red lining of her kimono. Her hair is styled with elaborate ornaments, a hallmark of the fashion associated with high-ranking courtesans of the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehind the figure, the print transitions into a coastal view of Shinagawa. The artist employs a flattened perspective typical of the Ukiyo-e tradition, where the human subject and the distant bay exist in a shared, decorative space. Sailing vessels dot the water, while the distant hills provide a muted backdrop to the activity in the foreground. The inclusion of a cartouche in the upper right corner identifies the location, a standard practice in series documenting the Tokaido road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeisai Eisen was a prolific designer of prints during the late Edo period. His work often explored the lives of women in urban settings, blending portraiture with topographical elements. The use of colour in this print remains balanced, with the cool blues of the woman's robe and the bay harmonising with the warmer tones of the tea brazier and the red accents in her clothing. The print demonstrates the technical skill involved in multi-block printing, where precise registration allows for the layering of distinct colours and patterns. This piece offers a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences of the nineteenth-century Japanese public, who favoured depictions of travel and urban elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455808246095,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455826235727,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455826268495,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455826301263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455826334031,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455826366799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455826399567,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455826432335,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455826465103,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455826497871,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455826530639,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455826563407,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Shinagawa_-Hot-Tea_Poster_CompositorV1_1786250770563.jpg?v=1786492487"},{"product_id":"omiya-juku-distant-view-of-mount-fuji-no-50-keisai-eisen","title":"Omiya-juku: Distant View of Mount Fuji (No. 50) - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA woodblock print from the Kiso Kaido series, depicting travellers near Omiya-juku with Mount Fuji visible in the distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen belongs to the series 'The Sixty-nine Stations of the Kiso Kaido', a collaborative project between Eisen and Utagawa Hiroshige. The series documents the journey along the Kiso Kaido, an inland route connecting Edo to Kyoto. This specific sheet depicts the post station of Omiya-juku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, travellers navigate a path through a rural setting. A man carries a load on his back while walking past a small roadside shrine, while a group of porters transports a passenger in a palanquin. The composition draws the eye across the mid-ground, where agricultural fields stretch toward the horizon. Mount Fuji appears in the distance, its snow-capped peak rendered with characteristic restraint. The inclusion of cherry trees in bloom provides a seasonal marker, softening the lines of the terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen employs a palette defined by muted earth tones, contrasted against the deep blue of the foreground and the soft pink of the blossoms. The print demonstrates the technical precision of the Edo period woodblock process, with clear registration of colour blocks and fine line work. The artist balances the human activity of the road with the static presence of the mountain, a common motif in Japanese printmaking of the nineteenth century. This work offers a view into the travel culture of the era, capturing the daily movement of people through the Japanese countryside. The print is a representative example of the topographical interest that defined the later years of the Ukiyo-e tradition, where the focus shifted toward documenting specific locations along major travel routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455816831311,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455834296655,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455834329423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455834362191,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455834394959,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455834427727,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455834460495,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455834493263,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455834526031,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455834558799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455834591567,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455834624335,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Omiya-juku_-Distant-View-of-Mount-Fuji-No_Poster_CompositorV1_1786251039529.jpg?v=1786492586"},{"product_id":"childrens-pastimes-a-procession-on-nihon-bridge-keisai-eisen","title":"Children's Pastimes: A Procession on Nihon Bridge - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, depicting children mimicking a formal procession on the historic Nihon Bridge in Edo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts a lively scene set upon the iconic Nihon Bridge in Edo. The composition is a triptych, capturing a group of children engaged in a mock procession. The children mimic the formal parades of the period, complete with miniature banners and ceremonial attire. Their movement across the bridge creates a sense of narrative flow, drawing the eye from the left foreground toward the right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the background, the silhouette of Mount Fuji rises above the horizon, providing a classic anchor for the urban scene. The bridge itself is rendered with clear, structural lines, contrasting with the softer, atmospheric treatment of the distant mountains and the sky. The colour palette relies on traditional woodblock pigments, featuring muted reds, blues, and greens that define the clothing of the figures and the wooden architecture of the bridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeisai Eisen, a prolific artist of the late Edo period, often focused on subjects that bridged the gap between daily life and the theatricality of the city. This work captures a moment of play, reflecting the social customs of the time through the lens of childhood imitation. The print demonstrates the technical precision of the Ukiyo-e tradition, where the carving of the woodblocks dictates the clarity of the figures and the overall balance of the scene. The inclusion of the bridge, a central hub of commerce and travel in historical Edo, adds a layer of geographical specificity to the playful subject matter. The print serves as a record of both the physical environment of the city and the cultural habits of its inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455821451599,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455843897679,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455843930447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455843963215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455843995983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455844028751,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455844061519,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455844094287,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455844127055,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455844159823,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455844192591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455844225359,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Children-s-Pastimes_-A-Procession-on-Nihon-Bridge_Poster_CompositorV1_1786251149990.jpg?v=1786492667"},{"product_id":"evening-glow-at-ryogoku-bridge-keisai-eisen","title":"Evening Glow at Ryogoku Bridge - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed woodblock print by Keisai Eisen capturing the activity of the Sumida River and Ryogoku Bridge during the transition to evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeisai Eisen, a prolific designer of the late Edo period, produced this woodblock print depicting the bustling atmosphere of the Ryogoku Bridge in Edo. The composition captures the transition from day to evening, with the sun low on the horizon casting a soft light across the Sumida River. The bridge itself, a major thoroughfare, is populated with figures moving between the urban districts. Small boats navigate the water below, adding a sense of scale and activity to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEisen employs a balanced colour palette, utilising shades of blue for the water and sky, contrasted by the warmer tones of the wooden structures and the evening light. The print features a fan-shaped cartouche in the upper left corner, a common stylistic element in Ukiyo-e prints of this era, which provides the title of the work. The architectural details of the buildings lining the riverbank are rendered with precision, reflecting the urban development of the period. The sky is marked by subtle gradations, suggesting the fading light of the day. This work offers a view into the daily life of Edo, documenting the intersection of commerce, travel, and leisure that defined the city. The print demonstrates Eisen's ability to organise complex urban scenes into a coherent visual narrative, maintaining a clear sense of depth through the placement of the bridge and the surrounding structures. As a piece of Ukiyo-e, it represents the genre's focus on the floating world, capturing fleeting moments of urban existence with technical control and observational clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455843864911,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455853531471,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455853564239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455853597007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455853629775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455853662543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455853695311,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455853728079,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455853760847,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455853793615,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455853826383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455853859151,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Evening-Glow-at-Ryogoku-Bridge_Poster_CompositorV1_1786251365123.jpg?v=1786493006"},{"product_id":"no-2-from-the-series-modern-versions-of-the-five-women-tosei-gonin-onna-keisai-eisen","title":"No. 2, from the series Modern Versions of the Five Women (Tôsei gonin onna) - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic ukiyo-e woodblock print by Keisai Eisen, depicting a woman in traditional attire from the 'Modern Versions of the Five Women' series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeisai Eisen was a prolific designer of ukiyo-e woodblock prints during the late Edo period. This work belongs to the series 'Tôsei gonin onna', or 'Modern Versions of the Five Women'. The print depicts a bijin, or beautiful woman, standing before a low fence. Her attire is rendered with careful attention to pattern and texture, featuring a dark kimono layered over a complex, geometric-patterned undergarment. The contrast between the dark, solid tones of her outer robe and the lighter, detailed fabrics beneath demonstrates the technical skill involved in multi-block printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehind the figure, a flowering tree provides a soft, organic backdrop that balances the rigid, linear structure of the fence. A tall lantern stands to the left, adding a vertical element to the composition. Eisen is known for his bijin-ga, or pictures of beautiful women, which often captured the fashion and aesthetic sensibilities of the urban population in Edo. His work frequently utilised a slightly more elongated figure style compared to his contemporaries, contributing to a sense of grace and poise in his subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print employs a balanced colour palette, using muted greens and earthy reds in the background to allow the figure to remain the primary focus. The use of black ink for the kimono provides a strong anchor for the visual composition. This piece offers a glimpse into the cultural life of the period, reflecting the interest in contemporary fashion and the idealised representation of women in Japanese art. As a museum-grade print, this reproduction captures the subtle gradations and line work of the original woodblock process, preserving the aesthetic qualities of the Edo-period design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455849599311,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455854874959,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58455854907727,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455854940495,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455854973263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455855006031,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455855038799,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455855071567,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455855104335,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58455855137103,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58455855169871,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58455855202639,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/No_Poster_CompositorV1_1786251484536.jpg?v=1786493072"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/keisai-eisen.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}