Iris: Women of the Enpo Era (1673 - 1681)

by Toshikata (1866 - 1908)

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Iris: Women of the Enpo Era (1673 - 1681) by Toshikata (1866 - 1908)

Original Toshikata (1866 - 1908) Japanese Woodblock Print
Iris: Women of the Enpo Era (1673 - 1681)

Series; Thirty-six Selected Beauties, 1891 - 1894 (Sanjuroku Kasen)

Thirty-six Selected Beauties - Reflecting back on the classic beauty prints of the previous era, Toshikata's lovely "Thirty-six Beauties" series illustrates the daily activities of women from various time periods and walks of life. A geisha practicing the shamisen, a beauty in her private quarters, an entertainer crossing the river on a ferry--these charming scenes wonderfully capture life in Japan throughout the ages. Beautifully printed, many of the images feature deluxe techniques such as delicate embossing or burnishing, along with soft bokashi shading. A delightful series, great for collecting or display.

Special detail - Burnishing on the black lacquer hat in the beauty's hand.

Artist - Toshikata (1866 - 1908)

Image Size - 12 3/4" x 8 1/2" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with nice color and detail as shown. Backed with paper. Rippling, print does not lay flat, wrinkle. Please see photos for details.

Iris: Women of the Enpo Era (1673 - 1681) by Toshikata (1866 - 1908)
Iris: Women of the Enpo Era (1673 - 1681) by Toshikata (1866 - 1908)

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