Sumida River in Edo

by Eisen (1790 - 1848)

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Sumida River in Edo  by Eisen (1790 - 1848)

Eisen (1790 - 1848) Japanese Woodblock Reprint
Sumida River in Edo

Series; Eight Views of Edo

Publisher - Adachi from a rare series of Edo masterwork designs. Adachi publisher seal in margin or on reverse.

Adachi was one of the most respected publishers of the 20th century. Their woodblocks were printed to the highest standards with excellent color and fine detail. Founded in 1925, Adachi also chose interesting and varied subjects for their prints and was the only publisher of many famous old ukiyo-e images.

Sumida River in Edo - Lovely view of a ferry crossing the Sumida River on a winter day. Passengers are huddled against the cold, some wearing straw coats and hats covered with snow. A snow-covered pine trees frames the scene at left, with a beautiful winter landscape along the opposite shore. Nicely detailed with soft bokashi shading. Not often seen in reprint.

Artist - Eisen (1790 - 1848)

Image Size - 8 1/4" x 13 3/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent condition overall and no issues to report.

Sumida River in Edo  by Eisen (1790 - 1848)
Sumida River in Edo  by Eisen (1790 - 1848)
Sumida River in Edo  by Eisen (1790 - 1848)

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