Takamizawa Reprints - Handsome reprint by the venerable Takamizawa publisher. Takamizawa was known as one of the finest reprint publishers of the 20th century, and produced some of the highest quality ukiyo-e woodblock reprints of all time. Drawing on the traditions and methods of the Edo era, the prints were produced replicating original Edo era colors and printed on beautiful handmade paper. The printers worked with the utmost care and great attention to detail, masterfully reproducing color and line work. All prints bear a "Takamizawa" seal on the reverse or in the margin attesting to the Takamizawa publication of these prints. A great opportunity to acquire a fine reprint of a classic ukiyo-e design.
Comments - Charming design of an owl perched on a pine branch, looking down with glowing yellow eyes. A crescent moon peeks from behind the tree at right. Wonderful calligraphic line work in the tree and soft shading in the night sky. The verse reads:
The long-eared owl
asail for a three-day cruise
on the three-night moon,
longs to hear pine music
float slowly through his ears.
Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)
Image Size - 15" x 5" + margins as shown
Condition - Excellent overall with no issues to report.