Matsukaze, from "Album of Courtesans (Keisei ehon)" c. 1700

"Matsukaze" is a woodblock print created by Torii Kiyonobu I, a leading artist of the Edo period in Japan, around 1700. This print, which depicts a beautiful courtesan in a kimono adorned with a cloud pattern, is a part of the "Album of Courtesans (Keisei ehon)", a series of woodblock prints featuring portraits of famous courtesans from the time. The artist's masterful use of black and white ink creates a sense of elegance and sophistication, showcasing the fashion and style of the Edo period.