943 - 5 Japanese Woodblock-Printed Books - Toshigen Ehou

5 Japanese Woodblock-Printed Books - Toshigen Ehou Japan, probably 19th century. Toshigen Ehou - Gogen Ritsuhairitsu, 5 volumes. Printed on washi (Japanese paper). 5 volumes. Dimensions of each approx. 23 × 15.7 cm. The richly illustrated volumes contain woodblock prints accompanied by Japanese text. Condition: Good condition. Signs of age. A rare set of five Japanese woodblock print books featuring meticulously executed black-and-white printed illustrations. The volumes showcase the fine line work typical of Japanese book art and the high craftsmanship of traditional woodblock printing on high-quality washi paper. The harmonious combination of image and text illustrates the aesthetic culture of the Japanese Edo and early Meiji periods. As a complete five-volume set, these works offer a fascinating insight into Japanese printmaking and book art and are also attractive collector’s items for lovers of Asian art and illustrated books.