Bookstand Containing a Crystal Ball and a Piece of Cloth 19th century

This 19th-century woodblock print by Kubo Shunman depicts a bookstand holding a crystal ball and a piece of cloth, and a branch of a tree with several small fruits in the background. The delicate rendering of the objects and the simple, elegant composition are characteristic of Shunman's work, often depicting everyday objects and scenes in a refined and contemplative manner. The piece is a testament to his mastery of the ukiyo-e style, a genre that flourished in Edo-period Japan and focused on depictions of popular culture, landscapes, and everyday life.