SHINSAI Ryûryûkyo (1764? - 1820)
No. 19943
Description
(1764? - 1820)
Okame, the Shinto goddess of cheerfulness and good humor
Woodcut in colours
Technical specifications
Impression on Japan paper, signed Ry?ry?kyo 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 €
