Original Japanese woodblock print attributed to Hishikawa Moronobu (1618-1694), a pioneer of ukiyo-e art. Moronobu is renowned for his book illustrations and individual prints that elevated ukiyo-e to prominence. Print dimensions: 14 inches high by 20 inches wide, with the image measuring 7 inches high by 9 1/2 inches wide. The artwork features a classic ukiyo-e subject with visible toning. Includes historical annotations referencing an excerpt from the "Illustrated Poems," a series associated with Fujihara no Michi no Ason. Originally part of the Frederick W. Gookin collection and later the Metzgar collection, recognized for its significant contributions to Japanese art appreciation.