CHOBUNSAI EISHI (1756–1829)

Everything about this scene implies a high level of sophistication and luxury associated with a high-ranking courtesan - her sumptuous robes, a bookstand surrounded by books, and an imported carpet.

For the same print in the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET), accession number JP2816, go to:
https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/60025984