Courtisane als Sugawara no Michizane c. 1823

"Courtisane als Sugawara no Michizane" is a woodblock print by the Japanese artist Yanagawa Shigenobu, created around 1823. It depicts a courtesan in elaborate clothing, holding a sword and a pine branch. The image is part of the *bijin-ga* genre, which features beautiful women in elegant poses. Shigenobu was known for his detailed and refined style, and his work is considered a valuable example of *ukiyo-e*, a genre of Japanese art depicting everyday life.