Mt. Yuga in Bizen Province

by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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Mt. Yuga in Bizen Province by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Hiroshige (1797 - 1858) Japanese Woodblock Reprint
Mt. Yuga in Bizen Province

Series; Wrestling Matches between Mountains and Seas

Yuyudo Publisher - In the early 20th century, the Yuyudo publishing house had already distinguished themselves as one of the finest publishers in Japan. They adhered to the same exacting standards of 19th century publishers while some of their publishing colleagues took shortcuts. In the 1950's, as interest Edo era woodblock prints was reigniting, Yuyudo embarked upon a project to produce reprints by the great masters from the Golden Age of Ukiyo-e. They hired the finest woodblock printers and carvers in the world for this endeavor. The resulting prints were some of the highest quality reproductions ever made. We are pleased to offer this beautiful reprint from the Yuyudo publisher in our auctions today.  Yuyudo prints are exceptionally well done and very finely printed. Each bears a Yuyudo Publisher stamp on the margin or reverse. Bid now on prints from this fantastic collection!

Mt. Yuga in Bizen Province - Gorgeous winter landscape of Mt. Yuga in Bizen Province, with the steep mountain dominating the lower surrounding hills. A village and shrine are nestled along the hillside, with torii gates visible above the snow-covered roofs. Snow falls gently against the wintry gray sky, and over the deep blue water beyond. An absolutely beautiful image with soft shading and a lovely color palette, with a dusting of mica along the upper edge. This image is from an unusual series titled "Wrestling Matches between Mountains and Seas," which features a sumo referee's fan as the title cartouche. A rare design to find in reprint.

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Image Size - 8 7/8" x 13 5/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Please see photos for details. Very nice overall.

Mt. Yuga in Bizen Province by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)
Mt. Yuga in Bizen Province by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)