Shinsui is Japan's preeminent shin-hanga bijin-ga master. His "Modern Beauties" and related series remain in strong demand, with provenance from notable collections (Freddie Mercury's collection appeared at Sotheby's 2023) adding premium value.
A woman combs out her long, glossy black hair, which cascades down her back in a lustrous curtain. The print celebrates the beauty of traditional Japanese women''s hair, which was considered one of the most important elements of feminine allure. Shinsui renders each strand with meticulous care, creating a surface that seems to gleam with natural oils.
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Hanging Hair (髪梳き) was created by Ito Shinsui (伊東深水) in 1929.
Hanging Hair was published by Watanabe Shozaburo (1929).
Hanging Hair depicts figures, bijin-ga, and portraits.
