Two Birds and Hydrangea

by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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Two Birds and Hydrangea by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Hiroshige (1797 - 1858) Japanese Woodblock Reprint
Two Birds and Hydrangea

Publisher - Adachi from a rare series of Edo masterwork designs. Adachi publisher seal in margin or on reverse.

Adachi was one of the most respected publishers of the 20th century. Their woodblocks were printed to the highest standards with excellent color and fine detail. Founded in 1925, Adachi also chose interesting and varied subjects for their prints and was the only publisher of many famous old ukiyo-e images.

Comments - Charming Hiroshige pillar print of a two birds flying past a cluster of hydrangea blossoms. Lovely delicate color in the blossoms and soft shading in the sky. A beautiful design, one we've never seen in reprint before.

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Image Size - 15" x 5" + margins as shown

Condition - With excellent color and detail as shown. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Two Birds and Hydrangea by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)
Two Birds and Hydrangea by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)