Comments - Striking image of a rare black peony, with a large blossom atop a slender stem, surrounded by foliage with a bud just beginning to open below. Beautiful shading on the petals and leaves adds dimension, with shimmering gold mica on the stamens. A large format woodblock that would make a handsome and unusual display. This print is from a limited edition of 200, printed by the Adachi Publisher for the Art Vivant Company in 1997, based on a 1934 painting by Gyoshu Hayami that is in the collection of the Yamatane Art Museum.

Printer - Adachi Publisher
Numbered - H. C. (hors commerce or out of trade) in red ink in lower right margin
Dated - Heisei 9 (1997)

Artist - Gyoshu Hayami (1894 - 1935)

Image Size - 14 1/4" x 19 1/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. A few small spots and stains, a couple light creases. Please note, due to the size, this print may be shipped rolled. Please see photos for details.