Artist |
Goyo HASHIGUCHI (1881-1921) |
Title |
"Woman Applying Make-up" ("Kesho no Onna") |
Date |
1920 (60th Anniversary "Commemorative Edition," sanctioned by Goyo's family, Dec 1981) |
Series |
na |
Publisher |
Tanseisha Publisher |
Seal, Carver/Printer |
Limited Edition of 150 prints. |
Image Size |
12 3/4 x 17 1/4 |
Impression |
Very Fine. Sumptuous soft pink "mica" background; gold metallic pigment highlights; extensive "gauffrage"
(embossing) to flowers and red pattern; skillful "bokashi." |
Condition |
Pristine. (Minor natural paper "flaw" just left of shoulder/mirror.) (Still in original "presentation folder.") |
Reference/Illus |
"The Female Image," Plate #13. |
Comments |
One of Goyo's most sought-after images. Outstanding. One of only 16 lifetime images done by Goyo (11 "bijin-ga," 4
landscapes, 1 "kacho-e"). |
Item # |
BG-275 |
Price |
$1095 (Sold) (If perfect, would be $1250.) |