Good condition overall with some insect damage and friction wear along the corners. The printed lines remain sharp and the ink has not faded, both on the cover pages and throughout the interior.
This Edo-period two-volume illustrated book set, published in Kaei 2 (1849), features artwork by Utagawa Toyokuni and text by the playwright Oga Mantei.
Printed on washi paper using traditional woodblock techniques, the covers are color woodblock prints, while the interior pages contain detailed illustrations paired with text. The craftsmanship reflects the high quality of mid-19th century ukiyo-e book production.
The collaboration between a noted artist and playwright created a work rooted in theatrical storytelling, consistent with popular illustrated literature of the period.
A solid example of Edo-period woodblock-printed books, suitable for collectors of ukiyo-e, Japanese literature, and illustrated works.
