Woman Applying Color to Her Lips by Hashiguchi Goyo

Artist: Hashiguchi Goyo (1881-1921)

Woodblock Prints Title: Woman Appplying Color to Her Lips (Portrait of Chiyo, a Maiko of Gion, Kyoto)

1st Publication: 1920

Size: 10-3/8 x 15-1/2 + Margins as shown

Date of this edition: 1920

Publisher: Self Published

Condition: Mild color fading as the green color begins to turn blue. A dent in the print as seen on pictures not repaired, but merely visible. Very little remnants from prior mounting on the back. Very good colors and impression. Very good to Excellent overall condition.

Notes: Very rare first edition of this print.

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.