An original 19th century Japanese woodblock print from the Utagawa school. This piece is a shunga artwork, distinguished by its fine metallic highlights and delicate detailing. The dimensions of the artwork are 5 1/2 inches high by 4 inches wide. Shunga, a term for traditional Japanese erotic art, was popular during the Edo period and often produced by well-known woodblock artists. The Utagawa school, founded by Utagawa Toyoharu, was renowned for its contributions to ukiyo-e prints, including shunga, and featured many notable artists. This artwork is a captivating cultural artifact, reflecting the artistic and societal themes of the era.