Artist |
Kiyoshi KOBAYAKAWA (1889-1948) |
Title |
"The Kiss" (given name) |
Date |
1929-30 |
Provenance |
Private placement. Consigned by a knowledgable Japanese print dealer. |
Series |
na |
Publisher |
Likely self-published (as were 7 of Kiyoshi's 1930-31 prints) |
Seal, Carver/Printer |
(self-published) |
Image Size |
8 3/4 x 11 |
Impression |
Fine. Boldly printed in "semi-sosaku hanga" style. |
Condition |
Nearly Excellent. (Few scattered marks; bumped lower/right corner; light toning.) |
Reference/Illus |
na |
Comments |
Between 1930 and 1934 Kiyoshi is known to have designed 13 prints, seven of which
were self-published--including his famous "Tipsy" mogu-hanga image. Twelve of Kiyoshi's prints
were shown at the 1936 "Toledo Exhibition."
These 3 uncatalogued designs have been authenticated by a well-respected Tokyo print dealer
and by Tokyo's Sakai Museum. Rarely seen. |
Item # |
OC-02 |
Price |
$650 (Sold/YB) |