Artist |
Hiroshige (1797-1858) |
Title |
"Fortune Teller's Paper" (given name) |
Date |
Original printing early 1850's; (this edition ca1950/60's) |
Provenance |
Via Japanese dealer contact. |
Series |
na |
Publisher |
na |
Seal, Carver/Printer |
na |
Image Size |
9 x 12 5/8 |
Impression |
Very Fine. Skillfully executed "bokashi" pink shading to face;
highly detailed carving.
|
Condition |
Excellent. Excellent colors. (Very slight toning--no flaws noted.)
|
Reference/Illus |
na |
Comments |
A delightful "fan-print" design of a young courtesan eagerly using her
hair-pin to open a fortune teller's note.
|
Item # |
EG-901 |
Price |
$185 |