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| Title |
"Nuthatcher atop a Persimmon" (given name) |
| Date |
c1910-23 |
| Series |
na |
| Publisher |
Daikoku-ya (Tokyo publisher, 1818-1923) |
| Seal, Carver/Printer |
na |
| Image Size |
6 3/8 x 13 5/8 ("tanzaku") |
| Impression |
Very Fine. Superbly executed "bokashi" shading to foliage, persimmon fruits, and blue background; strongly
visible woodgrain; much fine detailing. |
| Condition |
Excellent. Strong colors. Clean front and backside. Full, original margins ("kento" mark, right edge).
(Minor printer's crease top margin.) |
| Reference/Illus |
"Crow, Cranes, and Camellias" pl# K-18.1. Ukiyoe-Gallery
article, "Look-Alike Prints." |
| Comments |
A striking and colorful Koson image with beautiful, strong woodgrain background. Very rare. PRE-1923 earthquake
(Note: Daikoku-ya Publisher ceased business in 1923). |
| Item # |
BG-74 |
| Price |
$950 (Sold) |
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