Comments - Charming scene of beauties playing music together. In the center, a seated woman uses slender mallets to strike a small xylophone called a mokkin. Her companion holds a moon lute. At left, a beauty plays a long zither with two strings, while another woman plucks a shamisen at right. Behind her, a young girl holding a book pauses to watch. An ornate black lacquer stand holds utensils for the tea ceremony and scrolls, with a clock and a potted branch of coral on the top shelf. In the center, a rectangular container holds a bonsai pine tree. An attractive design with wonderful detail, including burnishing on the lacquer stand. The first time we've seen this subject.
Artist - Nobukazu (1874 - 1944)
Image Size - 14" x 28 1/8" + margins as shown
Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Three separate panels. Horizontal centerfold. Pinholes in corners, small holes, repaired. Slight toning and soiling, a few creases and stains. Please see photos for details.
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