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Peonies by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Hiroshige (1797 - 1858) Japanese Woodblock Reprint
Peonies

A Special Takamizawa Collection

A Special Takamizawa Collection - The Takamizawa publisher produced some of the finest woodblock reprints of the 20th century. 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, line work and even some wood grain detail. Note our photos of the old Takamizawa publisher brochure from this small group that we recently purchased in Japan. The brochure dates these prints to the late 1950’s or early 1960’s.

Comments - Lovely image of rosy peonies set against a softly shaded gray evening sky. The blossoms are shaded a deeper pink at the center, the backs of the petals in white, atop slender stalks with rich green foliage. A beautiful design, rarely seen.

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Image Size - 14 3/4" x 4 7/8" + margins as shown

Condition - Excellent with no issues to report.

Peonies by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)
Peonies by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)