Comments - Interesting scene of beauties engage in sericulture, the ancient art of producing silk from silkworms. At right, a woman places a tray of mulberry leaves and caterpillars on a shelf. At upper left, two women use a feather to transfer the eggs from a sheet of paper onto a tray. A handsome design with wonderful detail.
Artist - Edo era artist (unsigned)
Image Size - 13 7/8" x 9 1/2"
Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Backed with paper. Slight toning and soiling, slight rubbing at edges, a few spots. Please see photos for details. Good overall.
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