Catching Fireflies

by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

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Catching Fireflies by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Original Chikanobu (1838 - 1912) Japanese Woodblock Print
Catching Fireflies

Series; Inner Chiyoda Palace (Chiyoda no Ooku)

Catching Fireflies - Beautiful scene of two beauties and a young girl catching fireflies in a garden under a willow tree, with the gentle glow of fireflies in the evening sky. The beauty at right carries a small cage to hold the insects, a round fan caught between her teeth. Lovely color and detail in the sumptuous kimono fabrics, including delicate embossing in the white trim. A charming print that would make a wonderful framed presentation.

Artist - Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Image Size - 13 7/8" x 27 1/4"

Condition - With excellent color and detail as shown. Three panels, not attached at the seams, backed with paper. Faint toning at edges. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.

Catching Fireflies by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)
Catching Fireflies by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

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