Two lovers,  Oume and Kumenosuke, sit back to back in a candid moment of respite, resting. Kumenosuke's eyes are trained outwards, aware, and watching, protecting the couple from happenstance. His lover, Oume, sits head bowed, a smile just escaping her lips, as she loses herself in the memories of their recent love affair. From the series; True Feelings Compared: The Founts of Love. 
Artist: Utamaro, signed Utamaro Hitsu
Publisher: Nishimuraya Yohachi (Eijudô) 
Date: 1798-99 (Kansei 10-11), Edo period
Format: Vertical oban; Woodblock print (nishiki-e)
 
15 3/16'' x 10 3/8''  (38.5 x 26.4 cm)
 
Fine impression, color, and impression. Print is currently residing in a handmade picture frame, with UV museum grade glass. Ask for additional photos out of frame.
 
Price on request.