Original Gekko Prints - We are excited to offer this fantastic collection of original Gekko prints from his series "The Customs and Manners of Women". Published in the 1890's, these prints are a window into the traditional daily lives of women in Japan. The women in this series can be seen engaged in all manner of activities - enjoying a garden, arranging flowers, practicing an instrument, and serving tea. Produced in the Meiji era, when westernization was sweeping Japan, these prints idealize the traditional lifestyles of women in Japan that were all but disappearing at the time. Gekko's prints are a unique union of traditional elements and a modern artistic sensibility. These fine portraits have a distinct sense of personality and the beautiful settings reflect the traditional landscape and architecture during his time. Printed in soft colors against light backgrounds, Gekko's prints make beautiful displays. Either singly or in groups, these unique original Japanese antiques are treasures to be enjoyed for a lifetime.
Comments - Nice interior grouping of women at a poetry reading, with one reading from a poem while the other three listen. Lovely patterns and colors in the kimono fabric. A very pleasant image capturing a popular Japanese tradition.
Artist - Gekko (1859 - 1920)
Image size - 8 3/4" x 12 3/4" + margins as shown
Condition - With excellent color and detail as shown. Nice full sheet, not trimmed. Light wrinkling in top right (see photo). Very slight offsetting. Very slight soiling near lower left (see photo). Generally good overall.
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