Japan, late 19th century, Meiji period (1868-1912)
Finely painted with a scene depicting a Samurai and his attendant assisting a Geisha crossing a small river, the waves designed in classic Japanese style and highlighted with gold nashiji. The background with kids at play.
SIZE 29 x 29 x 3.7 cm
Condition: Excellent condition with only minor wear.
Provenance: From an Austrian private collection. Kept in the same family since the first half of the 20th century and thence by descent. Remainder of old collector paper label to backside.