Fukuiku: Fragrant

by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

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Fukuiku: Fragrant by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Original Chikanobu (1838 - 1912) Japanese Woodblock Print
Fukuiku: Fragrant

Series; Eastern Customs: Enumerated Blessings

Eastern Customs: Enumerated Blessings - Attractive image from a Chikanobu series published from about 1887 to 1890. These charming scenes illustrate words that include the syllable fuku (or huku), which has many different meanings, but the primary meaning is blessing or good fortune. Women, children, and families are shown in daily life, playing games, enjoying different traditions, and celebrating festivals and events. Beautifully drawn with fine detail and vibrant color, these lovely Chikanobu designs offer a wonderful look at life in Japan during the Meiji era. A rarely seen series and a nice choice for a collector.

Chikanobu estate collection - This incredible group of Chikanobu prints just arrived in a recent shipment from Japan. It was purchased complete from the estate collection of a Tokyo collector. This group features a wide variety of Chikanobu's works including some rarer designs as well as prints in very fine condition. Be sure to shop from this amazing collection of Chikanobu prints now being added to our auctions!

Fukuiku: Fragrant - Lovely image of beauties relaxing beneath a blossoming plum tree, enjoying the fragrant white flowers. One sits on a bench, pulling a fringed shawl up over her shoulder. Her companion carries a branch decorated with ornaments for the New Year's holiday, and she wears a black coat over a softly shaded blue kimono bordered with tiny flowers. Behind them, an elderly man drinks a cup of sake, while two men in bowler hats can be seen beyond the tree at left. An attractive design, detailed with soft shading in the sky and burnishing in the black coat.

Artist - Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Image Size - 13" x 9" + margins

Condition - With excellent color and detail. Lightly toned in margins and backed with thin paper. Faint spotting and soiling in subject. Minor creasing along edges and corners in some prints. Please see photos for a sense of individual condition. Nice overall.

Fukuiku: Fragrant by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)
Fukuiku: Fragrant by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

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