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SHINSAI Ryûryûkyo
FICHE 19943
(1764? - 1820)
Okame, the Shinto goddess of cheerfulness and good humor
Woodcut in colours
Impression on Japan paper, signed Ryūryūkyo Shinsai ga. On the reverse, stamp of the gallery Berès.
This is a kyoka surimono, a print accompanied by kyoka, satirical and humorous poems. These prints were produced in limited quantities by associations of specialized poets. Pairing their poems with prints was a way to make them known.
Sheet: shikishiban (189 x 173 mm)
Condition: light-staining, wormhole restored, some soilings.
800 €
