This Yashima Gakutei woodblock print, titled 'Three Chinese Excellents' from the series 'A Set of Ten Famous Numerals for the Katsushika Circle,' dates back to 1823. Measuring 7 x 8 1/4 inches, the print exhibits significant condition issues, such as overall soiling, rubbing, thinning, fading, ink smudges, and small voids. Notably, a dark ink smudge is present in the upper left corner, with additional smaller smudges scattered throughout. The edges are uneven and show wear, while the reverse side displays some ink bleed-through. Despite these flaws, Gakutei's work is highly regarded, particularly in the surimono genre, which are rare, privately commissioned prints known for their exquisite detail and luxurious techniques.