Camellia and Bullfinch

by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Current Status

Camellia and Bullfinch by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Hiroshige (1797 - 1858) Japanese Woodblock Reprint
Camellia and Bullfinch

Comments - Delightful design of a small green bullfinch clinging to the slender branch of a flowering camellia, balancing precariously almost upside-down as the branch sways in the breeze. Bright pink and rose flowers add a colorful note against the softly shaded background. A beautiful image with a wonderful asymmetrical balance. Published by Uchida with publisher's seal in lower right margin. The verse reads:

Withered camellias--
all the sweeping that goes on
after they've fallen!

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Image Size - 15 1/4" x 5 1/8" + margins as shown

Condition - Excellent overall with no issues to report.

Camellia and Bullfinch by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)
Camellia and Bullfinch by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)