Bidspirit auction | A JAPANESE MEIJI GOUACHE PAINTING,

A JAPANESE MEIJI GOUACHE PAINTING, ELDERLY WOMAN SPINNING THREAD - A gouache on paper painting depicting an elderly Japanese woman spinning thread on her spinning wheel. This was a common subject for paintings in 19th century Japan and earlier, with the spinning of thread for use in clothing, tapestries, or even musical instruments, being an important role for women prior to the Showa era. Meiji Japan, 19th century. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions offers in-house shipping. In case we can not accommodate a shipping request, a list of additional shippers will be provided. Dimensions: 22 3/8 x 28 1/8 in., (56.8 x 71.4 cm.) Condition: Excellent condition with no apparent damage.