This is an original 1894 black and white halftone print of a "Tea House Waitress." It is uncertain if the woman in the image is a geisha of an ochaya, and the tea is incidental or if she is performing chashitsu (tea ceremony).
CONDITION
This 117+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Moderate foxing - top margin. No creases. Minor print defect - bottom margin. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.
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Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
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Grade: Very Fine +++
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Dimensions: Approximately 6 x 4 inches; 15 x 10 cm
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Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
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Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)
Keywords specific to this image: fan, mountains, potted plants, posed, bench, floral, teapot, sencha, ochao
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