Two Courtesans Enjoying the View from a Teahouse 1786 - 1864

"Two Courtesans Enjoying the View from a Teahouse" is a sketch by the renowned Japanese ukiyo-e artist Utagawa Kunisada. Dating from 1786-1864, this work showcases Kunisada's masterful ink brushstrokes in depicting a relaxed scene of two courtesans seated on a veranda overlooking a garden and distant landscape. The piece, currently held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies Kunisada's signature style, capturing the leisurely elegance of everyday life in Edo-era Japan. The sketch, with its delicate lines and atmospheric composition, evokes a sense of tranquility and beauty.