Title: Bijin‑ga (美人画) Artist: Itō Shinsui (伊東深水，1898‑1972) Technique: Patented KI‑Banton offset lithograph Paper size: 37.5 × 25 cm (14.8 × 9.8 in) Image size: 30.5 × 21 cm (12.0 × 8.3 in) Material: Washi (和紙) Publisher: Nisshin Printing Co., Ltd., Kishendo (水天宮前) This bijin‑ga print is an original pre-war impression printed in early summer 1931 by Itō Shinsui, master of modern Japanese bijin-ga art, from the series Takasago-zome Yukata Bijin Hyakushi (高砂染浴衣美人百姿), No. 30. Produced using the patented KI‑Banton offset lithography technique of the era, the print depicts a lady with a traditional high coiffure. She wears a deep indigo Takasago-zome yukata decorated with chrysanthemum leaf motifs and holds a folding fan, with red plum blossom branches as background decoration. The colours are soft and delicate, making this one of the representative works from the series. The artist’s signature and seal are on the right side of the composition, and the margins bear the marks of the publisher and printer. Due to age, the washi has naturally yellowed. There are foxing spots on the image and light creases at the paper corners. Overall in good condition for its age. This print is sold unframed; the photographs show a suggested framing example only. Shipping Notice Due to postal service adjustments, Taiwan Post EMS will suspend parcel deliveries to the below regions effective March 10, 2026: United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Israel, Pakistan, Maldives, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan, Oman, Kuwait, Jordan, Lebanon, Greece, Egypt, Morocco. Bidders based in the listed areas are kindly asked not to place bids. Additional note: Delivery to Italy takes roughly 6–7 days. Customs or courier staff may contact you to complete clearance procedures. Please reply promptly, as delayed responses may lead to the package being returned to sender. You may speed up the clearance process by contacting the customs office directly via: dogane.malpensa.urp@agenziadogane.it Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. - The photographs form part of the item description. The actual colour of the print may differ slightly from the photos due to camera hardware and screen display settings. - The winning bidder shall bear all applicable customs duties and import taxes. - This item will be shipped via insured international airmail service provided by Taiwan Post.