Hidari Jingoro Watching a Sculpture Come to Life

by Gekko (1859 - 1920)

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Hidari Jingoro Watching a Sculpture Come to Life by Gekko (1859 - 1920)

Original Gekko (1859 - 1920) Japanese Woodblock Print
Hidari Jingoro Watching a Sculpture Come to Life

Series; Gekko's Essays

Gekko's Essays - Begun in 1886, "Gekko's Essays" (Zuihitsu) is a wonderful series encompassing a wide range of subjects. Gekko depicts figures from history and mythology, including famous beauties, poets, scholars, and warriors, along with a few supernatural creatures. These handsome designs are rendered in Gekko's distinctive painterly style, with soft washes of color and flowing calligraphic line work, expertly printed by Matsuki Heikichi to capture these qualities. The series was completed by 1887, but woodblocks are found with dates up to 1899, proving the popularity of the designs, which continued to be printed. A great choice to collect or display.

Hidari Jingoro Watching a Sculpture Come to Life - Terrific design illustrating the legend of the carpenter Hidari Jingoro. Possibly based on a true character, Hidari Jingoro was a skilled carpenter and sculptor during the early Edo era. He once carved a beautiful woman so lifelike, that it actually began to move as he was admiring it. Here he relaxes on the floor with his chin in his hands as his creation comes to life. The beauty wears a colorful kimono that contrasts beautifully with the warm tones of the background. The studio is littered with wood shavings and tools, with other sculptures awaiting completion. A terrific image from this famous tale, skillfully drawn.

Artist - Gekko (1859 - 1920)

Image Size - 12 3/4" x 8 5/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Backed with paper. Slight toning. Some prints have a few light creases or small spots. Please see photos for details. Generally in good to nice condition overall.

Hidari Jingoro Watching a Sculpture Come to Life by Gekko (1859 - 1920)
Hidari Jingoro Watching a Sculpture Come to Life by Gekko (1859 - 1920)

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