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Lot 291:
Description
A Japanese color woodblock print triptych, rendered on paper in the Ukiyo-e style, depicting a lively outdoor nocturnal scene populated by figures, predominantly women in traditional attire, under a canopy adorned with numerous illuminated paper lanterns. Visible markings include Japanese characters on various banners and a prominent vertical text block on the right-hand sheet, which includes “明治十二年七月中” (Meiji 12, July), dating the work to 1879.
Condition report:
The print exhibits significant color fading, particularly in the blues, greens, and reds, which now appear as muted or pastel tones. The paper shows general age-toning and minor handling wear.
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