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Torii Kotondo — Make-up (Kesho) | Showa period, 20th century
Torii Kotondo

Make-up (Kesho) | Showa period, 20th century

Torii Kotondo's 'Make-up (Kesho)' is a Japanese woodblock print from the Showa period in the 20th century. The work depicts the cultural practice of makeup application, showcasing the artist's skillful portrayal of feminine beauty and aesthetic refinement.

Medium
Woodblock Print (Mokuhanga)
Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

Fine Japanese Prints

March 17, 2022

Estimate: $2,400 – $3,000

Lot 101

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Torii Kotondo, Make-up (Kesho) | Showa period, 20th century

Torii Kotondo's 'Make-up (Kesho)' is a Japanese woodblock print from the Showa period in the 20th century. The work depicts the cultural practice of makeup application, showcasing the artist's skillful portrayal of feminine beauty and aesthetic refinement.

Medium
Woodblock Print (Mokuhanga)
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Art Deco, Japanese Art, Traditional Beauty, Female Figure, Showa Period, Woodblock Print, Intimate Scene, Bijinga

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