Two Beauties Reading a Letter c. 1780 - 1800

"Two Beauties Reading a Letter" is a woodblock print created by the Japanese artist Chōkōsai Eishō, sometime between 1780 and 1800. The print depicts two women, one reclining and the other leaning forward, engaged in reading a letter. The image is characterized by the artist's use of bold lines and vibrant colors, typical of the ukiyo-e style, to create a lively and engaging scene. This print is a beautiful example of the popular genre of bijin-ga, which focuses on the depiction of beautiful women.