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Japanese Woodblock Print – Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III), “Tokiwa Gozen, ” from Stories of Wise and Virtuous Women - Japanese woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III, 1786–1865) depicting the noble lady Tokiwa Gozen, from the series Gokō Meifu Den (“Stories of Wise and Virtuous Women”). Tokiwa Gozen, famed for her beauty and loyalty, was the wife of Minamoto Yoshitomo and mother of three sons. This composition captures her grace and sorrow, dressed in rich layered kimono with subtle gold embellishments, exemplifying Kunisada’s refined late-Edo style. Item may have flaws. For a detailed condition report, please contact the auction house.