Artist |
YOSHIDA, Hiroshi (1876-1950) |
Title |
"A Garden in Okayama" ("Haru no Asa"--literally "Spring Morning") |
Date |
1933; ("Impressed" signature lower margin--posthumous edition, circa 1960's/70's.) |
Series |
"Four Garden Scenes" ("Niwa yon Dai") (1929-33) |
Publisher |
Yoshida Family Studio |
Seal, Carver/Printer |
Deep "baren tool" embossing (below stamped signature). |
Image Size |
9 3/4 x 14 3/4 |
Impression |
Very Fine. Skillfully executed "bokashi" shading; "gauffrage" (embossing" to trees, rocks, and
reflection; life-like reflection; nicely detailed carving. |
Condition |
Excellent. Fresh, unfaded colors. (Slight "age-toning. No flaws noted.) |
Reference/Illus |
"The Complete Woodblocks of Hiroshi Yoshida" #134. |
Comments |
Gorgeous springtime garden scene. Not often seen. |
Item # |
DG-711 |
Price |
$700 (Sold/NK) |