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Eishosai Choki (active circa 1786-1808) — Open seam (Hokorobi) | Edo period, late 18th century
Eishosai Choki (active circa 1786-1808)

Open seam (Hokorobi) | Edo period, late 18th century

A work titled 'Open Seam' that likely explores themes of clothing, textiles, or intimate subjects with characteristic late Edo artistic sensibilities. The piece represents the sophisticated aesthetic developments of the period.

Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

Masters of the Woodblock: Important Japanese Prints

July 14, 2022

Estimate: $40,000 – $50,000

Lot 18

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Eishosai Choki (active circa 1786-1808), Open seam (Hokorobi) | Edo period, late 18th century

A work titled 'Open Seam' that likely explores themes of clothing, textiles, or intimate subjects with characteristic late Edo artistic sensibilities. The piece represents the sophisticated aesthetic developments of the period.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Figure Study, Choki, Ukiyo-e, Japanese Art, Intimate Subject, Late 18th Century, Textile, Edo Period