c.1860 Utagawa School Shunga Surimono – Exceptional Condition with Mica & Embossing
 
An exquisite original shunga surimono from the esteemed Utagawa School, dating to the late Edo period (c.1860).  This intimate composition captures the elegance and sensuality characteristic of the school’s finest work, rendered with vivid, unfaded colors and masterful linework.
 
Measures 12.5 cm x 9 cm.  The print retains remarkable condition for its age — delicate embossing remains crisp to the touch, and shimmering mica highlights add a refined, luxurious depth.  The paper shows beautiful bleed-through of the pigments/impressions on the verso, underscoring its authenticity and quality craftsmanship.
 
A note-worthy example of mid-19th century Japanese erotic art, this piece seamlessly blends refined composition, atmospheric setting, and tactile printing techniques.  An outstanding opportunity for collectors seeking an authentic Edo-period shunga woodblock print picture in superior preservation.