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為永春水 作 / 梅蝶楼国貞(歌川国貞)画 - 色見極上 薄俤幻日記 十三編上下合本 - 1830
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為永春水 作 / 梅蝶楼国貞(歌川国貞)画 - 色見極上 薄俤幻日記 十三編上下合本 - 1830

Collector’s Choice – “Usuomokage Maboroshi Nikki” (Vol. 13, Complete) by Tamenaga Shunsui & Utagawa Kunisada – Brilliant Colors, Edo Period An exceptional Edo-period woodblock-printed picture book, “Usuomokage Maboroshi Nikki” (Vol. 13, complete upper & lower), written by Tamenaga Shunsui and illustrated by Utagawa Kunisada (Baichōrō Kunisada). This rare gesaku literature masterpiece beautifully unites Shunsui’s refined storytelling with Kunisada’s dynamic and graceful imagery. The colors remain exceptionally vivid and bright, preserving the luxurious atmosphere of late Edo print culture. The paper itself is of high-quality handmade washi, featuring a delicate embossed surface pattern that enhances the texture and depth of the artwork — a remarkable detail rarely found in later prints. Bound in the traditional fukuro-toji (stab binding), with original stitching intact. A superb example of Edo-period artistry — a true collector’s gem. ■ Title: Usuomokage Maboroshi Nikki (Vol. 13, Complete Upper & Lower) ■ Artist: Utagawa Kunisada (Baichōrō Kunisada) ■ Author: Tamenaga Shunsui ■ Period: Late Edo (ca. 1830–1840s) ■ Format: Woodblock printed ehon (illustrated book), complete double volume ■ Condition: Excellent for its age – vivid colors, fine embossing visible on the paper, slight wear consistent with age. ■ A luminous fusion of literature, printing artistry, and Edo refinement. ※Currently, we are unable to ship items to the United States. Thank you for your understanding. ※Due to the strike by Canada Post, we are currently unable to ship items to Canada. The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped only by Japan Post. It usually takes about 2–3 weeks for delivery, depending on the destination and customs procedures. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you by phone or email for clearance. Please make sure you can respond promptly. If you do not respond and the parcel is returned, reshipping will incur double shipping costs. Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation.

No. 98501380

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為永春水 作 / 梅蝶楼国貞(歌川国貞)画 - 色見極上 薄俤幻日記 十三編上下合本 - 1830

為永春水 作 / 梅蝶楼国貞(歌川国貞)画 - 色見極上 薄俤幻日記 十三編上下合本 - 1830

Collector’s Choice – “Usuomokage Maboroshi Nikki” (Vol. 13, Complete) by Tamenaga Shunsui & Utagawa Kunisada – Brilliant Colors, Edo Period

An exceptional Edo-period woodblock-printed picture book, “Usuomokage Maboroshi Nikki” (Vol. 13, complete upper & lower), written by Tamenaga Shunsui and illustrated by Utagawa Kunisada (Baichōrō Kunisada).

This rare gesaku literature masterpiece beautifully unites Shunsui’s refined storytelling with Kunisada’s dynamic and graceful imagery. The colors remain exceptionally vivid and bright, preserving the luxurious atmosphere of late Edo print culture.

The paper itself is of high-quality handmade washi, featuring a delicate embossed surface pattern that enhances the texture and depth of the artwork — a remarkable detail rarely found in later prints.

Bound in the traditional fukuro-toji (stab binding), with original stitching intact.
A superb example of Edo-period artistry — a true collector’s gem.

■ Title: Usuomokage Maboroshi Nikki (Vol. 13, Complete Upper & Lower)
■ Artist: Utagawa Kunisada (Baichōrō Kunisada)
■ Author: Tamenaga Shunsui
■ Period: Late Edo (ca. 1830–1840s)
■ Format: Woodblock printed ehon (illustrated book), complete double volume
■ Condition: Excellent for its age – vivid colors, fine embossing visible on the paper, slight wear consistent with age.
■ A luminous fusion of literature, printing artistry, and Edo refinement.

※Currently, we are unable to ship items to the United States. Thank you for your understanding.
※Due to the strike by Canada Post, we are currently unable to ship items to Canada.

The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped only by Japan Post.
It usually takes about 2–3 weeks for delivery, depending on the destination and customs procedures.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.

Sometimes customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you by phone or email for clearance.
Please make sure you can respond promptly.
If you do not respond and the parcel is returned, reshipping will incur double shipping costs.

Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation.

Final bid
€ 35
Sebastian Hau
Expert
Estimate  € 210 - € 260

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