Series; A Master Text of Popular Songs
A Master Text of Popular Songs - Attractive design from Kunichika's early series "A Master Text of Popular Songs." Published from 1862 - 1863, this charming series features portraits of courtesans in a variety of handsomely detailed settings. The songs referred to in the title are called hauta, a form of popular music accompanied by the shamisen, which were quite fashionable during the
Artist - Kunichika (1835 - 1900)
Image Size - 13 1/2" x 9 1/8" + margins
Condition - With excellent color and detail as shown. Most prints have a few small wormholes or holes, and areas of thinning, repaired. Some prints have a vertical fold with thinning along fold line, repaired. Slight toning near top edge, some print have soiling or a few small stains. Please see photos for a sense of individual condition. Generally in good condition overall.
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