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Shikishiban

Surmono

Nishiki-e

Ca.1890.

Proof falsely attributed to Hokusai with gold highlights.

​​​​​​​The geisha's favorite instrument, this Bijin is represented kneeling, undoubtedly on a zabuton concealed by her clothing, at her side a large ivory plectrum (bashi or bachi) used to pluck the strings of her instrument.


JOUEUSE DE SHAMISEN AJUSTANT SA COIFFURE

  • 250.00 €



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