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Artist |
TAKEUCHI, Keishu (1861-1943) |
Title |
"Dawn (Bijin Under Candle Light)" ("Akatsuki") (aka "Mouse Lamp") |
Date |
c1912 |
Series |
"Bungei Kurabu" (literary magazine) vol.18, no.1. |
Publisher |
unk |
Seal, Carver/Printer |
unk |
Image Size |
8 3/8 x 11 7/8 |
Impression |
Very Fine. Skillfully executed "bokashi" shading to kimono, candle holder,
flame's glow, mouse and background; crisply detailed individual hair-lines
and other details. |
Condition |
Very Good. Excellent colors. (Binding holes right edge; stain at bottom;
few minor marks; light wear. Two folds typical of all "kuchi-e".) |
Reference/Illus |
Merritt's "Woodblock Kuchi-e Prints" #6.12. See Article #10: "Kuchi-e," or Literary Magazine Frontispieces. |
Comments |
In her plum blossom robe, this beauty is seen reading by candle light as
a curious mouse looks on. Delightful!! |
Item # |
EG-646 |
Price |
$285 (Sold/MRC) |
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