Toothbrush Seller, from the series Ten Kinds of People (Jinbutsu jûban tsuzuki) by Toyota Hokkei

Toothbrush Seller, from the series Ten Kinds of People (Jinbutsu jûban tsuzuki) 

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print, woodblock-print

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portrait

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asian-art

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ukiyo-e

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figuration

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woodblock-print

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"Toothbrush Seller" is a woodblock print by renowned Japanese artist Toyota Hokkei. This print is part of the series "Ten Kinds of People," depicting scenes from everyday life in Edo-period Japan. Hokkei's work is known for its meticulous detail and delicate use of color, as seen in the portrayal of the female figure and her surroundings. The artwork features a woman, dressed in traditional clothing, seated at a counter offering toothbrushes for sale. This print exemplifies the ukiyo-e style, popular during the Edo period, which captured the beauty and transience of everyday life, and was widely appreciated by both the elite and commoners.

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