Ukiyo-e by Kuniyoshi:In presentation too, Kuniyoshi's historical women differ from those depicted in typical ukiyo-e. Specifically, sexuality is not the main interest in these female figures; though without exception attractive, even beautiful in appearance, Kuniyoshi's women retain strength, nobility and character as their primary traits.
This is true to some extent even in Kuniyoshi's bijin work that is not historical, where his typical beauty portrait presents a tougher, more li ...click for details
