Artist |
KOTOZUKA, Eiichi (1906-79) |
Title |
"Muroji Temple, Nara" |
Date |
ca1950's |
Provenance |
Obained via Uchida Publisher's "Family Archives." Founded in 1919, a few of Uchida's
long-held collection of original 1950's prints has recently found their way to modern
day collectors. |
Series |
na |
Publisher |
Uchida Bijutsu Shoshi (Kyoto, 1919 to present) |
Seal, Carver/Printer |
"Uchida watermark" bottom margin |
Image Size |
10 1/2 x 15 3/4 ("dai-oban") |
Impression |
Very Fine. Skillfully executed "bokashi" shading to trees and
foreground; "gauffrage" (embossing) to trees and stone pathway;
nicely detailed carving. Boldly printed in a "sosaku hanga" style. |
Condition |
Very Good++. Very clean front and verso.
(Bumping and slight discoloration top/bottom margins; light wear.)
Found still side-tipped into original "presentation folder." |
Reference/Illus |
na |
Comments |
A boldly printed design of a shrine set in the woods.
From Uchida's archives of early 1950's prints. A rarely seen vintage print. |
Item # |
EG-740 |
Price |
$325 |