Aizuri-e - Literally "blue print," aizuri-e are prints that are predominately blue in color. Aizuri-e became popular in the 1820s with the introduction in Japan of Prussian blue pigment from Europe. The new pigment was brighter and more lightfast than natural blue dyes from indigo or dayflower, and its use in creating woodblock prints became fashionable and commercially successful. These prints are from a small group of aizuri-e nature scenes, rendered with bold brushwork.

Artist - Edo era artist (not read)

Image Size - 8 7/8" x 6 3/4"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. A few wormholes, repaired. Slight creasing. A couple prints have stains at edges. Please see photos for details. Generally in good condition overall.