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Orchids by Zuigetsu Ikeda (1877 - 1944)

Original Zuigetsu Ikeda (1877 - 1944) Japanese Woodblock Print
Orchids

First Edition

Post-WWII Estate Collection - In today's auctions we're pleased to offer a special estate collection of beautiful, mid-twentieth century floral designs that date from just after WWII. An American collected these Uchida Publisher prints in Japan immediately following the war, so they are all first edition woodblocks from the late-1940s to early 1950s, an important consideration since many of these designs continued to be printed much later. Carefully observed and beautifully drawn, these attractive images feature a range of color from soft pastels to rich jewel tones. These lovely modern designs are a great choice to collect or display, either singly or in groups. 

Orchids - Terrific modern image of a spray of orchids tinged with burgundy, yellow, and pink. The colorful blossoms are perched atop slender stems with narrow, deep green leaves, the buds highlighted with touches of white. A handsome composition with a fine asymmetrical balance.

Artist - Zuigetsu Ikeda (1877 - 1944)

Image Size - 14" x 10 1/2" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail, as shown. Small loss in upper right corner, repaired. Some light toning in margins. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.

Orchids by Zuigetsu Ikeda (1877 - 1944)
Orchids by Zuigetsu Ikeda (1877 - 1944)

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