Rare Japanese Painting “Practicing Sword Pole” Toyohara Chikanobu Original block

This rare Japanese painting titled "Practicing Sword Pole" is a beautiful piece from the late 19th century. Created by the renowned late artist Toyohara Chikanobu (1838-1912), this original antique painting is made on paper with multi-colors. The piece reflects the rich cultural heritage and artistry of Japan during the age of 1850-1899. It is perfect for collectors of Asian antiques and prints. unsure of which print this is, there where only a few of these made. please see the website noted below. Please see photos for full physical description. info about artist can be found at the following sites: https://ukiyo-e.org/image/jaodb/Chikanobu_Yoshu-Ladies_in_Waiting_of_the_Chiyoda_Palace-Practicing_pole_sword-00033617-051113-F06 https://www.jaodb.com/db/ItemDetail.asp?item=33617 "Title Pole Sword Practice - Ladies of Chiyoda Palace Artist Chikanobu Toyohara 1838-1912 Signature yoshu Chikanobu Seal artist's seal Dated 1896 Publisher Fukuda Hatsujiro Technique/Medium Woodblock print Impression good embossed Colors excellent - very good burnishing Condition good lightly soiled, album backing, slightly trimmed. Left sheet: soiled, light red ink transfer stains on the middle left background. Description "Chiyoda no Oh-oku; Naginata Keiko" (The Ladies of Chiyoda Palace) Practicing pole sword. Format 3 Oban tate-e Width 27.8 inches = 70.5 cm Height 14.0 inches = 35.5 cm" JL1