Shrike and Small Thistle

by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)

Current Status

Shrike and Small Thistle by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)

Hokusai (1760 - 1849) Japanese Woodblock Reprint
Shrike and Small Thistle

Comments - Handsome design of a shrike perched on a flowering small thistle. The blossoms are softly shaded from red to pink with finely detailed petals. The first time we've seen this Hokusai kacho-e or birds and flowers subject in reprint.

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 - 12 1/4" x 8 1/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Small tears at edges, repaired. Toning. Please see photos for details.

Shrike and Small Thistle by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)
Shrike and Small Thistle by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)