Snake and Lute in a Cloth Cover

by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)

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Snake and Lute in a Cloth Cover by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)

Original Hokusai (1760 - 1849) Japanese Woodblock Print
Snake and Lute in a Cloth Cover

Series; Collection of Katsushika's Drawings

Collection of Katsushika's Drawings - Handsome design from a group of woodblock prints based on paintings by Katsushika Hokusai. Published in two volumes under the title "Collection of Katsushika's Drawings" by Matsushima Magokichi in 1890, these Meiji era prints are beautifully carved and printed with attractive color and expressive calligraphic line work. Some images include embossing, a deluxe publishing technique. Subjects range from beauties and scenes from everyday life to animals and the supernatural. These charming illustrations are a great way to collect a classic Hokusai subject in a fine Meiji era printing.

Special detail - Embossing on the snake's scales.

Artist - Hokusai (1760 - 1849)

Image Size - 8" x 11 5/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Slight separation at ends of vertical centerfold, repaired. Slight toning. Some prints have a few light creases. Please see photos for details. Generally in good condition overall.

Snake and Lute in a Cloth Cover by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)
Snake and Lute in a Cloth Cover by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)