Mitsui-gumi's Five-Story Building in Tokyo, 1873

by Kuniteru II (1829 - 1874)

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Mitsui-gumi's Five-Story Building in Tokyo, 1873 by Kuniteru II (1829 - 1874)

Original Kuniteru II (1829 - 1874) Japanese Woodblock Print
Mitsui-gumi's Five-Story Building in Tokyo, 1873

Comments - Terrific view of the newly built, five-story Mitsui-gumi House at Kaiunbashi, which housed the First National Bank. The Western-style lower floors are topped with a miniature castle reflecting shogunate style, complete with a tiled roof featuring leering demon ornaments. The imposing structure is surrounded with a walled courtyard enclosing with blossoming cherry trees. Visitors and business men crowd the balcony and enjoy the view from the tower above, while the street below bustles with activity. A fantastic image of this modern Meiji building, nicely detailed with vibrant color.

Artist - Kuniteru II (1829 - 1874)

Image Size - 14 1/8" x 29" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. Slight soiling, a few small spots, very slight rubbing. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Mitsui-gumi's Five-Story Building in Tokyo, 1873 by Kuniteru II (1829 - 1874)
Mitsui-gumi's Five-Story Building in Tokyo, 1873 by Kuniteru II (1829 - 1874)

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