Kikugawa Eizan: Bijin and Firefly Cage - Artelino

Artist: Kikugawa Eizan

Title: Bijin and Firefly Cage

Date: Originally in Edo era, this one is re-carved edition in late 20th C.

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Source: artelino - Japanese Prints
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Description:

"Furyu Hotaru Meisho no Uchi; Uji" (Famous Places for Fireflies) A beauty is holding a firefly cage. Apparently she came back from a firefly hunting at the banks of Uji river. Firefly hunting was one of the popular activities for a hot summer evening.

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