Title |
"Two Carp" (given name) |
Date |
c1910-23 |
Provenance |
Shima Gallery (New York) sticker on original backing indicates via Robert O. Muller. |
Series |
na |
Publisher |
Daikoku-ya (Tokyo publisher, 1818-1923).
Post-earthquake (black border) version by
Nishinomiya
(Tokyo publisher--known active 1938 until late-1950's. |
Seal, Carver/Printer |
na |
Image Size |
9 5/8 x 9 3/4 ("shikishiban") |
Impression |
Very Fine. Skillfully executed "bokashi" shading throughout; lightly sprinkled with silver "mica"; crisp lines,
much fine detailing. Tiny "Made in Japan" stamped verso. |
Condition |
Very Good. Excellent colors. Clean front and backside. Full, original margins.
(Light toning; faint mat-line in image edges due to original "presentation folder" window--otherwise flawless.) |
Reference/Illus |
"Crow, Cranes, and Camellias" pl# AK-39.8, cat# 100 pg 110. |
Comments |
A striking image of a two large carp swimming through ripples of water. Wonderful colors.
Rarely seen. Still lightly "top-tipped" inside original "presentation folder." |
Item # |
BG-730 |
Price |
$900 |