Comments - Terrific image of beauties wearing a Western hairstyle introduced during the Meiji era called a sokuhatsu, which consisted of a bun or chignon at the back of the head. Across the top, four oval insets show variations of the style, while below, two women model the latest European fashions. The beauty at right wears a blue floral dress with a tightly fitted bodice and a bustled overskirt, and a hat trimmed with flowers and purple ribbons. The woman at left wears a black dress with a red and green striped panel down the front, her hand resting atop the back of a chair. A fascinating look at the rapid changes taking place in Japan during the Meiji era. A rarely seen subject, nicely detailed.

Artist - Meiji era artist (unsigned)

Image Size - 14 1/4" x 9 5/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. A few small holes, repaired. Creasing and soiling, a few stains. Please see photos for details. Good overall.