Tenpozan at the Mouth of the Aji River in Settsu Province

by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)

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Tenpozan at the Mouth of the Aji River in Settsu Province by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)

Hokusai (1760 - 1849) Japanese Woodblock Reprint
Tenpozan at the Mouth of the Aji River 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.

Tenpozan at the Mouth of the Aji River in Settsu Province - Beautiful panoramic view the mouth of the Aji River, with bridges connecting small islands. The landscape is dotted with blossoming cherry trees and visitors enjoying the view. A lovely spring scene, attractively colored.

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 1/8" x 14 7/8" + margins as shown

Condition - With excellent color and detail. Please see photos for details.

Tenpozan at the Mouth of the Aji River in Settsu Province by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)
Tenpozan at the Mouth of the Aji River in Settsu Province by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)