Tsukioka YOSHITOSHI (1839-92): Looking relaxed: The appearance of a Kyoto geisha of the Kansei era

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Artist: Tsukioka YOSHITOSHI (1839-92)

Title:Looking relaxed: The appearance of a Kyoto geisha of the Kansei era (1789-1901)

Series: Thirty-two Aspects of Customs and Manners

Date:1888 (this impression of the print; FIRST state impression with tri-color cartouche.

Medium:woodblock print

Size/Format:oban (c. 14" x 9.5")

Condition:Very good impression and color, a few minor marks, else good condition. Album backing. - FIRST edition.

Reserve: $1,800.00

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Very good impression and color, a few minor marks, else good condition. Album backing. - FIRST edition.

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Tsukioka YOSHITOSHI (1839-92): Looking relaxed: The appearance of a Kyoto geisha of the Kansei era

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