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.

Praying for Rain - Attractive Eishi design of two beauties strolling along the riverside as it begins to rain. The woman at right pauses to point out the turtle on the shore below, smiling back at her companion. In the distance, three women arrive at a teahouse by boat, an attendant with an umbrella waiting to greet them. A charming scene from a series pairing modern beauties with the seven famous episodes in the life of the ninth-century poet Ono no Komachi. This subject recalls the tale of Komachi saving Japan from a severe drought by praying for rain. Beautifully drawn and colored in soft shades of gray with blue accents. A lovely print.

Artist - Eishi (1756 - 1829)

Image Size - 14 7/8" x 10" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Slight paper remnants on reverse at two points on right edge from original publisher mounting. Slight toning. Please see photos for details. Good overall.