Yamamura KOKA (1886-1942): Saikinka, a Chinese geisha

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Artist: Yamamura KOKA (1886-1942)

Title:Saikinka, a Chinese geisha

Date:1926 (this impression)

Medium:Woodblock print

Size/Format:dai oban (c. 17 x 11.5 inches)

Description:Yamamura KOKA (real name: Toyonari) was a pupil of Ogata GEKKO (1859-1920). - The girl in this print represents the type called moga ('Modern girl') dressed in western clothes, who were self-conscious, but vulnerable at the same time.,

Condition:Fine impression, color and condition. FIRST edition.)

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Yamamura KOKA (1886-1942): Saikinka, a Chinese geisha

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