Artist |
TOKURIKI, Tomikichiro (1902-2000) |
Title |
"Kasuga Shrine" |
Date |
1940 (pre-1957 printing) |
Provenance |
Private placement. Consigned by family of Air Force serviceman
John Kinney stationed in Tokyo 1946-57. |
Series |
"Famous, Sacred and Historical Places" ("Seichi Shiseki Meisho") |
Publisher |
Uchida Bijutsu Shoshi |
Seal, Carver/Printer |
na |
Image Size |
10 3/8 x 15 ("dai-oban," large oban) |
Impression |
Very Fine. Skillfully executed "bokashi" shading to sky and water area; "gauffrage"
to rooftop, lanterns, and moon/clouds; nicely detailed carving. |
Condition |
Excellent. Deep, rich colors. Clean front and verso.
(Slight toning.)
Found still "top-tipped" to original backing. |
Reference/Illus |
na |
Comments |
Delightful scene of nightime lanterns in front of Kasuga Shrine. Early printing. |
Item # |
BK-78 |
Price |
Special Pricing $200 (Sold/KM) (Reg $250) |