This work is part of a limited edition of 120 pieces. Additionally, there are 30 pieces designated for the author (E.A.) and 10 pieces for presentation and preservation (H.C.). This woodblock print is an E.A. edition. The sketch of the original work has been faithfully reproduced in fine detail through the carving of 40 blocks and the pressing process, which was performed 95 times. It is worth noting that the number of woodblocks used in typical ukiyo-e production is usually around 5, and the printing process involves approximately 10 to 20 times. In contrast, this print requires a significantly higher number of blocks and showcases exceptional delicacy. Carver: Eijiro Shimada (島田英次郎) Printer: Hiroshi Okutani (奥谷博司) Paper: Echizen washi (越前生漉奉書) Date of publication: April 30, Showa 51 (1976) At the lower left corner of the print, there is the artist’s chop mark and some other pencil writing is the title of this print in japanese. In the lower border, there is a watermark saying 1976.4 N.Y.S. See The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo: https://www.momat.go.jp/en/collection/p01053-002 [Artist] Nabesaburo Kito (鬼頭 鍋三郎) Nabesaburo Kito (1899-1982) was a renowned Japanese painter and a member of the Japan Art Academy. He was born in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. He gained recognition as a painter of maiko (apprentice geisha) and is particularly famous for his series of works featuring maiko. [Size] Full Paper Size: 46.2 x 34.4 cm SIze excluding margins: 42.5 x 33.4 cm [Condition] There are wrinkles, foxing spots, stains and signs of age-related fading. Please refer to the photos for more details. [Shipping] This item will be shipped from Japan. Shipping will be done through either Japan Post or DHL. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These fees are usually charged to you when the object arrives in your country. For more details, those in the EU region, please visit the following URL: https://taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu/buying-goods-online-coming-non-european-union-country_en DHL will charge the buyer for a customs duty reimbursement fee (minimum of approximately 17 euros) in addition to the customs duty, so please understand that separate payment for this will also be required.