| Artist | WATANABE, Seitei (1851-1918) |
| Title | "Praying Mantis on Willow, Full Moon" (given name) |
| Date | ca1930 |
| Provenance | Obtained from Robert O. Muller's Estate following his death (via dealer contact). |
| Series | na |
| Publisher | Shima Art Company (Tokyo/New York publisher, 1930's) |
| Seal, Carver/Printer | na |
| Image Size | 7 3/8 x 10 ("chuban") |
| Impression | Very Fine. Skillfully executed "bokashi" shading throughout; light "gauffrage" (embossing) to moon and willow leaves; highly detailed carving, crisp lines. (Tiny "Made in Japan" stamped verso.) |
| Condition | Excellent. Clean backside. (No flaws noted.) |
| Reference/Illus | na |
| Comments | A delightful image of a little praying mantis on willow, before a full moon. Pre-War image.
Koson designed a very similar design. (Stock photos.) |
| Item # | DG-440 |
| Price | $475 |