Katsukawa Shunsho : appreciation of beauty fine sock The unique pentagonal shape ensures

The unique pentagonal shape ensures a balanced centre of gravity

This vintage wooden container was made with immaculate Japanese craftsmanship

A thick weave sock

a charming print such as this would have been produced as a souvenir for eager travellers and onsen visitors

Katsukawa Shunsho : appreciation of beauty fine sock The unique pentagonal shape ensuresThis beautiful print showcases Katsukawa Shunsho's large scale final masterpiece, originally commissioned by Yanagisawa Shinko, lord of the Yamato Koriyama Domain. The artwork captures the beauty of eleven women in kimono in the rikugien garden in Komagome, where Shinko retired. This piece represents the height of Shunshos artistic skill in his final years.