Shuntei -- "Iris Viewing"

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Artist Shuntei MIYAGAWA (1873-1914)
Title "Iris Viewing" (given name)
Date 1897
Series "Flowers of the World of Pleasure" ("Yukiyo no Hana")
Publisher na
Seal, Carver/Printer na
Image Size 8 1/4 x 11 7/8 with full margins
Impression Very Fine. Skillfully executed "bokashi" shading to kimonos and background; extensive silver metallic pigments highlights to kimono; burnishing to black geta and hair; highly detailed carving.
Condition Excellent. Strong colors.
(No flaws noted.) Retains original album backing.
Reference/Illus na
Comments Colorful and skillfully printed "bijin-ga" image.
Item # BG-55
Price $175 (Sold/MK)