Lot details By Tsukioka Kogyo (1869-1927), signed Japan, dated 1898 Color woodblock print on paper. Depicting Hajitomi, from the story of Prince Genji. From the series pictures of Noh plays (Nogaku Zu-e). Publisher seal: Matsuki. Dated: Meiji 31st year, 1898. In a passepartout. Condition: Very good condition with vivid colors and fine impression, with minor wear, some straining, browning, and few wormholes to the edges. Backed on paper. Provenance: German private collection. Dimensions: Image size 24.5 x 36.5 cm, Size incl. passepartout 35 x 50 cm Kogyo's Pictures of Noh Plays is a significant series issued between 1897 and 1902. It depicts famous Noh and kyogen plays with intricate detail, bringing them to life. Kogyo's attention to detail captures the richness of costumes, masks, and facial expressions. Literature comparison: A near identical print is in the collection of The British Museum, reference Number 1949,0409,0.31.
Lot details By Tsukioka Kogyo (1869-1927), signed Japan, dated 1898 Color woodblock print on paper. Depicting Hajitomi, from the story of Prince Genji. From the series pictures of Noh plays (Nogaku Zu-e). Publisher seal: Matsuki. Dated: Meiji 31st year, 1898. In a passepartout. Condition: Very good condition with vivid colors and fine impression, with minor wear, some straining, browning, and few wormholes to the edges. Backed on paper. Provenance: German private collection. Dimensions: Image size 24.5 x 36.5 cm, Size incl. passepartout 35 x 50 cm Kogyo's Pictures of Noh Plays is a significant series issued between 1897 and 1902. It depicts famous Noh and kyogen plays with intricate detail, bringing them to life. Kogyo's attention to detail captures the richness of costumes, masks, and facial expressions. Literature comparison: A near identical print is in the collection of The British Museum, reference Number 1949,0409,0.31.
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