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Emil Orlik: Regentag in Kyoto - Rainy Day in Kyoto

Regentag in Kyoto - Rainy Day in Kyoto
aquatint with drypoint and roulette, 1901
Plate/Image Size: 16 x 11.5 cm - (6¼ x 4½ inches)
Sheet Size: 25.8 x 18.7 cm - (10¼ x 7¼ inches)
signed in pencil and dated 1902

this is one of Orlik's best known images of Japan, capturing the bustle of the streets of Kyoto, the national dress and the architecture of the city. He included a version printed in colours in the portfolio Aus Japan
a good proof on strong laid paper
in perfect condition