- Seiso Russian Otohime (The Russian Princess in Formal Attire) - Mt. Fuji 5 x 38 cm)

5 x 38 cm)

Signed: "Sa" from Sano on the lower-left corner of the image

faint spots on the bottom margin

set along the western shore of Lake Biwa under the quiet glow of night

- Seiso Russian Otohime (The Russian Princess in Formal Attire) - Mt. Fuji 5 x 38 cm)The exotic woodblock print "Seiso Russian Otohime" (The Russian Princess in Formal Attire) is by Unichi Hiratsuka (18951997). This work portrays a rare subjecta Russian princesswho, unlike a traditional Japanese princess, exudes an air of exotic elegance. Executed in a bold black and white palette, the print captures a striking sense of minimalist beauty. Block signed "Hira" in the lower right and a red seal reading Unichi Jitou (carved by Unichi)