Catching Fireflies in the Evening Cool, 1847 - 1852

by Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

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Catching Fireflies in the Evening Cool, 1847 - 1852 by Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

Original Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861) Japanese Woodblock Print
Catching Fireflies in the Evening Cool, 1847 - 1852

Comments - Charming scene of a beauty and a young girl catching fireflies and enjoying the evening cool alongside a river. The child waves her fan excitedly at the insects glowing in the night sky, while her companion has her hands clasped over a firefly. A handsome summer scene with bokashi shading in the sky and water.

Artist - Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

Image Size - 14" x 9 3/4"

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Paper remnants on reverse at side from previous mounting. Horizontal and vertical folds. A few holes, tiny loss at corner, repaired. Creasing, slight toning and soiling. Please see photos for details.

Catching Fireflies in the Evening Cool, 1847 - 1852 by Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)
Catching Fireflies in the Evening Cool, 1847 - 1852 by Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

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