Spring: Enjoying the Palace Garden, 1847 - 1852

by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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Spring: Enjoying the Palace Garden, 1847 - 1852  by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
Spring: Enjoying the Palace Garden, 1847 - 1852

Series; Four Seasons

Imao Keinen and the woodblocks of the four seasons - Imao Keinen is a noted woodblock print artist from the late 19th century specializing in birds and flowers subjects. His lovely woodblock prints are naturalistic representations of birds in their native habitat and the beautiful Japanese flora.

Keinen's most famous work is titled "Keinen Kacho Gafu"; and was a stunning four-part work of woodblock prints of birds and flowers in the four seasons. These woodblock prints were full oban vertical subjects in a natural soft color palette. Featuring stunning large birds and beautiful small songbirds against scenery like blossoming cherry branches or snow covered trees, these are exceptional nature prints from the 19th century.

These are all first edition, original prints from the 1891 release of "Keinen Kacho Gafu". Search the web, we found these lovely prints sold in the $175 - $350 range. Of course the Fuji Arts Keinen prints are all priced well below that standard retail range- and the exceptional quality of these prints is second to none. A rare opportunity to collect the highest quality Keinen prints at prices not found elsewhere. Bid now!

Spring: Enjoying the Palace Garden, 1847 - 1852 - Beautiful triptych depicting Prince Genji and several beauties on wooden walkways over a pond filled with blooming purple iris. They pause to admire the gorgeous blooms, enjoying the spring day. The young nobleman wears an elegant coat over his kimono and carries an ornate pipe. A young attendant holds his sword, and another carries a tobacco set in a black lacquer caddy. Prints depicting the natural beauty of the classic Japanese iris are highly sought after by collectors. A lovely landscape setting with soft shading in the water and a large pine tree framing the scene, attractively colored and detailed.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 1/2" x 29 1/4"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three panels, attached at the seams. A few holes and thinning spots, repaired, blends well. Some staining at right edge. Please see photos for details. Generally good overall.

Spring: Enjoying the Palace Garden, 1847 - 1852  by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Spring: Enjoying the Palace Garden, 1847 - 1852  by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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