Artist |
OKUHARA, Seiko (1837-1913; active 1869-1912) |
Title |
"Crow on a Branch/Orange Sky" (given name) |
Date |
Early 1900's |
Provenance |
Obtained directly from Robert O. Muller's Collection following his death (via New York contact). |
Series |
na |
Publisher |
Believed to be Daikoku-ya (Tokyo publisher, 1818-1923) |
Seal, Carver/Printer |
na |
Image Size |
9 1/4 x 9 3/4 ("shikishiban") |
Impression |
Very Fine. Skillfully executed "bokashi" shading to sky; baren "sujizuri" (tracings) to tree limb;
fine detailing. (Very slight "off-setting" upper right image edge.) |
Condition |
Nearly Excellent. Excellent colors. Clean front and backside. Slightly trimmed margins.
(Impeceptible presentation folder mat-line--otherwise flawless.) |
Reference/Illus |
na |
Comments |
A bold and colorful image of a crow silhouetted against an orange evening sky. PRE-1923 earthquake
(note: Daikoku-ya Publisher ceased business in 1923). |
Item # |
DG-925 |
Price |
Special Pricing $380 (SOLD/SA) (reg $475) |