Hiroshige Pillar Prints - Lovely Hiroshige design from a group of kacho-e (birds and flowers prints) and landscapes in the rare pillar print format. The long narrow format imposed different restrictions on Hiroshige's compositions, resulting in dynamic and creative depictions of familiar subjects. These charming scenes are nicely detailed and colored, and are a wonderful way to add a touch of nature to any decor. Each print comes tipped into a windowed folder for viewing, enclosed within an outer envelope. A great choice to collect or display.

Comments - This print depicts two rabbits surrounded by rushes and looking up at the full moon. One of the twelve animals of the zodiac, the rabbit is associated with longevity. A beautiful print with a simple color scheme. The poem below the moon translates:

"The night is tender
on a bed of grasses.
Would the hare’s wife
sleep
wet in night dew?"

A fine Takamizawa reprint with publisher's seal on reverse.

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Image Size - 14 3/4" x 5" + margins as shown

Condition - Excellent overall with no issues to report.