Contemporary Giclée Repro Print Ito Shinsui "Applying Powder" Bijin Taisho 1924 8"W Clock The character symbolizes longevity

The character symbolizes longevity

with a refined kissaki and a hamon visible along the length

Condition: Structurally sound with expected age-related wear throughout

Japanese Edo Period Iron Sukashi Tsuba – Openwork Sword Guard – Abstract Design

representing a significantly higher tier of craft than typical domestic examples

Contemporary Giclée Repro Print Ito Shinsui "Applying Powder" Bijin Taisho 1924 8"W Clock The character symbolizes longevityIt Shinsui (, 18981972) Applying Powder (, Oshiroi) archival giclee reproduction Contemporary reproduction after original woodblock print, Taish 13 (Spring 1924). Small er than original. A semi nude beauty (bijin) is seen from behind in three quarter view, one arm raised gracefully to adjust a gold kanzashi in her upswept hair, the other extended at her side. The figure is rendered with minimal line against a cool pale blue ground, the warmth of flesh