The Peony Series from the Imperial Exhibition - In 1917, one of Japan's famous naturalist artists, Tanigami Konan, was chosen to produce a series of beautiful peony prints for the Teiten (Imperial Academy Art Exhibition). Because of the importance of this auspicious occasion, all of the traditional Japanese works of art selected for display represented the highest standards. Konan designed and printed a lovely set of 24 peonies. Our beautiful prints offered this evening are from the first edition printing of these incredible Konan flowers.

These beautiful original woodblock prints are printed in an extra large format, unusual for woodblocks. Bold, bright, and beautiful, these incredible Tanigami Konan prints are some of the finest floral designs ever published in the woodblock print world. They are all excellent quality, finely printed, with beautiful rich color. Unlike some of the smaller, more commonly produced Japanese floral woodblocks, and botanical prints in general, these Tanigami Konan peony prints are large, exceptional, eye-catching designs that would make a beautiful traditional Japanese centerpiece in any room. Buy a print from this rare series now.

Artist - Tanigami Konan (1879 - 1928)

Image Size - 15 3/4" x 21 1/4"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Not backed. A nice full sheet, not trimmed. Faint toning at edges, very slight soiling. Stamped "Made in Japan" on reverse. Please see photos for details. An excellent piece overall.