53 Stations of the Tokaido # 21 Mariko by Hokusai

Artist: Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849)

Woodblock Prints Title: 53 Stations of the Tokaido #21 Mariko

1st Publication: 1806

Size: Vertical chûban; 22.8 x 17.5 cm (9 x 6 7/8 in.)

Date of this edition: 1806

Publisher: Iseya Rihei (Kinjudo)

Condition: Couple of stains, including a blue stain. Some soiling and color fading, consistent with early 1800's prints. Couple of remnants from prior mounting. Tiny repaired areas in the lower section of the print, as seen on pictures. Good colors, impression, and overall condition.

Notes: This is the 4th series of Hokusai, called the 1806 Vertical Tokaido. All the series are being referenced HERE for more information.

Pictures: Pictures are taken outdoor, in the shade, to reflect true colors, without any enhancements of any kind. The last picture is taken indoor, with a light behind the print, to reveal the exact paper grain, holes if any, or other possible flaws.