Surimono - Surimono are an exclusive subcategory of Japanese woodblock prints. Poetry clubs commissioned these designs for distribution to a small audience of members, most often as New Year's greetings. These privately published images included a wonderful range of subjects and lavish printing techniques such as embossing, burnishing, and metallic pigments. Since surimono were not sold commercially, the print runs were very small and original Edo era surimono are incredibly rare in the market today. These fine quality suriomono reprints offer a great way to collect these classic designs at an affordable price.

Comments - Interesting surimono of a male duck sheltering a smaller female under his wing, a unique cluster of feathers at the base of his neck. The border across the top features takaramono or "precious things," lucky objects such as a magic raincoat and sacred jewel. A charming print.

Artist - Hokkei (1780 - 1850)

Image Size - 8 1/4" x 7"

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Toning. Please see photos for details.