Title |
"Two Goldfish" (given name) |
Date |
c1910-23 |
Provenance |
Obtained from Robert O. Muller's Estate following his death (via dealer contact). |
Series |
na |
Publisher |
Daikoku-ya (Tokyo publisher, 1818-1923) |
Seal, Carver/Printer |
na |
Image Size |
7 3/8 x 14 1/2 ("tanzaku") (13 3/8 to top of block-set) |
Impression |
Very Fine. Skillfully executed "bokashi" shading throughout; deep "gauffrage" (embossing) to
lotus and waves; distinctly visible woodgrain in background; crisp
key-lines, much fine detailing. Tiny "Made in Japan" stamped verso bottom. Full original margins
(per "kento mark" lower/right and "block-set crease" (near top). |
Condition |
Excellent. (No flaws noted. Absolutely flawless.) |
Reference/Illus |
#AK-21 in 2010 Edition of "Crows, Cranes, and Camellias" reference (previously not shown
in 2001 "CCC" reference). |
Comments |
A previously uncatalouged Koson image of two reddish goldfish. Rarely seen. |
Item # |
EG-027 |
Price |
$950 |