Maiko Beach by Tsuchiya Koitsu

Artist: Tsuchiya Koitsu (1870-1949)

Woodblock Prints Title: Maiko Beach

1st Publication: 1938

Size: 15-3/8 x 10-1/8 + Margins as shown

Date of this edition: 1938, 1st Edition

Publisher: Doi Hantagen

Printer: Yokoi

Carver: Harada

Condition: A few creases now flattened, and very little remnant from prior mounting. Very good colors and impression. Very good to excellent overall condition.

Notes: Doi's earliest "primary printer" was Yokoi (YOKOI, Giichi; 1894-c1980) who produced prints continuously for Doi from the period of about 1936 to 1965. The prints made from the association Doi /Yokoi / Harada were done between 1936 until 1956.

Pictures: Pictures are taken outdoor, in the shade, to reflect true colors, without any enhancements of any kind. The last picture is taken indoor, with a light behind the print, to reveal the exact paper grain, holes if any, or other possible flaws.