Sailing, 1917

by Tsuruta Goro (1890 - 1969)

Current Status

Sailing, 1917 by Tsuruta Goro (1890 - 1969)

Original Tsuruta Goro (1890 - 1969) Japanese Woodblock Print
Sailing, 1917

Series; Sketch Club, 1917

Sketch Club - Handsome shin-hanga design from the series "Sketch Club," featuring woodblocks by Tsuruta Goro and Kawabata Ryushi. The pair of artists founded the group "Sketch Club" in 1915, and published this series of travelers and scenic views in Taisho 6 (1917). The genre of "sketch-tour books" became popular in Japan in the early 20th-century, and this is a rarely seen series. Rendered in muted colors, some images are done in lively line work alone, capturing the immediacy of the sketch, while others include a few colors. Interestingly, many of the colored prints do not have a black key block outline, a departure from traditional ukiyo-e prints reflecting the modern sensibilities of the shin-hanga movement. Details such as a man taking a photograph and an electric streetcar reflect the time period. A charming group and a nice choice for a shin-hanga collector.

Artist - Tsuruta Goro (1890 - 1969)

Image Size - 6" x 4" + margins as shown

Condition - Condition for rest of group: This print with excellent color and detail as shown. A couple prints have a tiny crease at corner. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.

Sailing, 1917 by Tsuruta Goro (1890 - 1969)
Sailing, 1917 by Tsuruta Goro (1890 - 1969)

Auction Rules and guidelines

This Auction Falls Under Our Standard Auction Rules and Guidelines

If you are a new bidder, please read the Rules and Guidelines page before bidding.