Temma Bridge in Settsu Province

by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)

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Temma Bridge in Settsu Province  by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)

Hokusai (1760 - 1849) Japanese Woodblock Reprint
Temma Bridge in Settsu Province

Series; Famous Bridges in Japan

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.

Temma Bridge in Settsu Province - The popular summertime Festival of the Temma Tenjin is held on the water near Temma Bridge in Settsu Province. In Hokusai's beautiful design, the sun has set and the boats with their bright red lanterns, full of celebrating locals, are seen under the huge wooden bridge. Crossing the bridge, a large group of festival-goers enjoys the spectacular lantern-lit scenery in the evening. Beautiful soft shading in the water and night sky.

Woodblock reprints - In the 20th century, artists and publishers collaborated to recreate famous woodblock prints for interested Japanese collectors and Westerners looking for rare designs. New blocks were made, and the prints were painstakingly printed by artisan printers in the same method as the 19th century originals - one block for each color. Woodblock reprints were an opportunity to collect and enjoy a famous design at a small fraction of the price of an original. They still are today.

Artist - Hokusai (1760 - 1849)

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

Condition - Excellent overall with no issues to report.

Temma Bridge in Settsu Province  by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)
Temma Bridge in Settsu Province  by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)