Fine printing from the respected Tokyo publisher Oedo Mokuhansha - These classic designs were produced by the well known Tokyo publisher Oedo Mokuhansha amidst a resurgence of interest in ukiyo-e. Like many of these traditional businesses, the woodblock print craft was passed down through generations, and the Oedo Mokuhansha company was formed by descendents of an Edo era publisher. These are nice prints of the highest quality standards and an excellent choice if you are looking for fine old woodblock reprints.

Famous Views of the Sixty-odd Provinces - Published between 1853 and 1856 by Koshihei, Hiroshige's fantastic "Famous Views of the Sixty-odd Provinces" series features sixty-nine prints, one for each of the sixty-six provinces of Japan, plus Edo and the two major islands. The series represents a further development of Hiroshige's landscape print design, including some of his most modern compositions.

Izumo Province, Taisha, Depiction of Hotohoto - Terrific Hiroshige scene depicting young women near the Izumo Shrine during hotohoto, a local New Year celebration in Izumo Province. During the festival, young people would dress in disguises and go from house to house to get small gifts. Here, three beauties have kimono draped over their heads and carry trays of fruit and greenery, pausing briefly to chat beneath tall trees. The background features more trees and figures, and a torii gate at right, all rendered in soft silhouette against a misty gray sky. A lovely, atmospheric design.

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Image Size - 14 7/8" x 10" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.