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Japanese Ukiyo-e Woodblock Print, Bijinga Subject, Woman with Flute

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Estimated price: £100 - £300

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Description

A Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock print, bijinga subject, depicting a half-length portrait of a woman playing a red flute. She is dressed in a richly patterned kimono. A fan-shaped cartouche above features a bird on a flowering branch. The print includes multiple columns of Japanese text and various red and black seals.


Condition report:

Significant overall fading, particularly of the red pigment. Paper discoloration consistent with age and light exposure. Minor creasing and edge wear.