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A Group of Japanese Ukiyo-e Woodblock Print Album Pages, Late Edo to Early Meiji Period

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Description

A group of multiple sheets of Japanese woodblock prints, executed in the Ukiyo-e style, indicative of the late Edo to early Meiji period. Likely pages from a book or album, each paper sheet features a distinct composition with a landscape scene in the upper section and figurative, narrative depictions below. The prints are accompanied by extensive Japanese text in kanji and hiragana, alongside various red seals or cartouches. Subjects depicted include historical or mythological figures, warriors, and genre scenes.


Condition report:

The apparent condition is fair to poor, characterized by significant paper toning, considerable color fading, noticeable creasing, small tears, losses along the edges, and general surface wear consistent with age and handling.