Rare Shunga print album, original.
Contains 13 pages of prints and 20 pages of text in the style of Genji.
Format: yoko-ōban (2 x hanshibon).
Circa 1860.
18 x 25 cm
These prints are exceptionally beautiful and it would be hard to take offence at the rich, deluxe images of luxury and sensual pleasure. These are jewel-like pieces. These prints were produced at great expense using the best quality materials - the colours are rich and the surface shimmers with gold, metallic inks and rich, double printing. Each sheet is a fine impression and condition and colour are all very fine.“ (Lit.: Ofer Shagan:
japanese art, The Hidden World of Shunga. 2013, S. 28, 410)