Japanese woodblock print by Mizuno Toshikata titled New Year Charm in the Shape of a Love Letter: Woman of the Genroku Era from the series Thirty-six Elegant Selections. This print portrays a woman from the Genroku era receiving a love letter, possibly delivered by a messenger veiled by a scarf or her disguised lover. The piece exhibits fine attention to historical and cultural detail. Mizuno Toshikata (1866-1908) was a celebrated Japanese artist and illustrator who was well-known for his contributions to ukiyo-e and modern Japanese genre scenes. His works often depicted graceful women, warriors, and historical themes, blending tradition with evolving techniques in the Meiji period. This print measures 9 3/4 inches wide by 14 inches high, with visible foxing on the surface and tape backing on the reverse.