Flowers of Japan - Gekko's "Flowers of Japan" series features a variety of subjects beyond flowers, including historical figures and events, and pastimes or daily activities. These charming designs are rendered in Gekko's painterly style, which includes attractive calligraphic line work with a loose, sketch-like quality. Prints were published between 1892 and 1900, and many subjects include deluxe publishing techniques such as burnishing, embossing, or mica. These attractive Meiji era designs are a nice choice to collect or display.

Taira no Sakurako at the Sakura River, 1896 - Handsome scene of a beauty kneeling along the shore of the Sakura (Cherry) River as a young boy rushes up to her. She looks over her shoulder in surprise as he hurries up, both arms outspread. Delicate pink cherry blossom petals fall gently through the air and drift down the stream. Nicely detailed with soft shading on the water and sky, and fine embossed lines indicating the movement of the water.

Artist - Gekko (1859 - 1920)

Image Size - 12 5/8" x 8 5/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with nice color and detail as shown. A couple creases at edges. Please see photos for details.