art print : Shichisaburo no Sonobe-Emon seaweed with all the silky suppleness

with all the silky suppleness and dry hand-feel characteristic of the fibre

This collection is celebrated by art historians for featuring some of the most significant works in ukiyo-e history

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with a welcome note of added warmth

art print : Shichisaburo no Sonobe-Emon seaweed with all the silky supplenessThis stunningly coloured print portrays a kabuki scene in which actor Nakamura Shichisaburo engages with the spirit of Woman. This print is part of a collection celebrating some of the most significant works in ukiyo e (wood block prints and paintings of the 'floating world') history. To bring these masterpieces within reach, publisher Shueisha meticulously reproduced these rare works from original first impressions held in prestigious collections