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Japan: A standing oiran or courtesan in an elaborate kimono. Yashima Gakutei (1786-1868), c. 1822

Japan: A standing <i>oiran</i> or courtesan in an elaborate kimono. Yashima Gakutei (1786-1868), c. 1822

Yashima Gakutei was a Japanese artist and poet who was a pupil of both Totoya Hokkei and Hokusai. Gakutei is best known for his kyoka poetry and surimono woodblock works.

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