Artist |
NARAZAKI, Eisho (1864-1936) |
Title |
"Kingfisher Atop Snowladen Reeds" (given name) |
Date |
Early 1920's |
Series |
na |
Publisher |
Watanabe Shozaburo |
Seal, Carver/Printer |
Artist's "signature/seal" both read "Fuyo" (no publisher's seals--normal state) |
Image Size |
6 1/2 x 14 1/2 |
Impression |
Very Fine. Skillfully executed "bokashi" shading throughout; "gofun" over-splashed as
snow; "gauffrage" to reed's snow accumlation; visible woodgrain to sky; very highly
detailed carving, crisp key-lines. |
Condition |
Very Good. Excellent colors. Clean front. (Light toning; browning to edges;
liad-down onto rigid backing.) |
Reference/Illus |
"The New Wave" pl#83, p109. |
Comments |
A beautifully printed and highly detailed image of a little kingfisher. One of only
two prints known by this highly-skilled artist. (Narazaki also used he art name of
"Fuyo" 1916-22.) A VERY RARELY seen print. Excellent colors.
|
Item # |
EG-501 |
Price |
$950 |