【Important notes】 ・International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your country's customs office and not to us. Prompt payment of these fees is necessary to ensure delivery of your item. 【Product details】 For auction is a rare complete set of "Ehon Ima Yo Sugata“ (Picture Book of the Modern Forms and Figures) Volumes I & II, Edition of 1916 by renowned Ukiyo-e artist Utagawa Toyokuni I, with writing by Shikitei Sanba. This pair of books is an invaluable window into the customs and fashion of the Edo period. Volume I showcases the lifestyles of townspeople and samurai, while Volume II provides a glimpse into the lives of women from entertainment districts such as Yoshiwara and Shinagawa. Each volume concludes with playful essays on women's customs of the time. Shikitei Sanba, an influential Edo period writer, was also known for his local bookstore, pharmacy, and Ukiyo-e artistry. He gained fame for his comical works like "Ukiyo Bath" and "Ukiyo Bed." Utagawa Toyokuni I, a prominent Ukiyo-e artist of the late Edo period, is recognized for his actor prints, beautiful women portraits, and samurai pictures. Toyokuni's work was highly esteemed, rivaled only by the likes of Sharaku in beauty portraiture. These books exhibit signs of aging such as surface wear, spots, folds, and minor damage to the cover's corners. Interested buyers are encouraged to view the photos to assess the condition of these historical volumes. Dimensions of Each Book: approx. H 30.4 cm W 21.5 cm D 1.4 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!