This type of print shows a woman of the pleasure quarters. The Edo period red-light districts were officially sanctioned, however, they weren't the playground for just anyone. The popular top-class geishas of the day (known as 'oiran') were depicted in this type of print. In ukiyo-e woodblock prints, this close-up portrait view of the upper body is known as an okubi-e (bust portrait). Fine Condition.  Slight indentation on face, not torn. Original untrimmed state. Gorgeous mica background. Light embossing. No tears, folds, stains, creases or foxing. Light embossing. This edition a posthumous Showa-Era restrike. In original windowed folder. Photo above is a scan of the original.  Sheet size is 22x31.5cm.