Fukiage Garden Suspension Bridge, 1879

by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

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Fukiage Garden Suspension Bridge, 1879 by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Original Chikanobu (1838 - 1912) Japanese Woodblock Print
Fukiage Garden Suspension Bridge, 1879

Comments - Handsome triptych depicting court beauties strolling across the suspension bridge in the Fukiage Garden at the Imperial Palace. In the center, a lady-in-waiting shelters a princess with an umbrella as she watches cranes flying overhead. At left, another attendant looks over the cable of the suspension bridge at the water below. Blossoming cherry trees frame the scene. A charming, rarely seen Chikanobu design, nicely detailed with light embossing on the white kimono collars and trim.

Artist - Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Image Size - 14" x 28" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. Small hole, repaired. Slight soiling, a few couple small spots. Please see photos for details.

Fukiage Garden Suspension Bridge, 1879 by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)
Fukiage Garden Suspension Bridge, 1879 by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

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