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Lot 280:
Description
A Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock print, executed on paper with water-based pigments, likely dating from the late Edo or early Meiji period. The print depicts ‘Kanakame Densuke Munekata’ (金鷹傳助宗方) from the legendary Forty-seven Rōnin series, titled ‘Gishi shijūshichi-en’ (義士四十七圓). The foreground shows a kneeling warrior with a sword, while two spectral figures engage in combat in the background. Visible markings include an artist’s signature and seal, along with extensive textual blocks on the left margin, likely containing publisher or censor details.
Condition report:
Significant color fading, overall paper toning, and scattered foxing. No major tears or losses are evident.
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