Utagawa Hiroshige III Utagawa Kuniaki II Bonsai of Kokedera at Kudanzaka Japanese Woodblock Print
$1,274.95
Famous Views of Komei Tokyo, Published: Meiji 14 (1881)
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Dive into the rich history and beauty of Japanese artistry with this captivating woodblock print. Created by the renowned artists Utagawa Hiroshige III and Utagawa Kuniaki II from the Meiji era, this artwork embodies both the tradition and innovation of its time. It bears the title “Legendary Bonsai Garden at Kudan-zaka in Tokyo.” Originally published in 1881 during the 14th year of the Meiji period, this large-format ‘nishiki-e’ artwork and proudly carries the seal of the esteemed publisher, Manya Magobei.
The Moss Fragrance Garden, or ‘苔香園’, holds a significant place in the annals of Japanese history. Established in 1878 by Uchiyama Chotaro, a prominent nurseryman, the garden graced the landscapes of Kudan-zaka. It came into existence following Uchiyama’s esteemed work on the landscaping of the YÅ«shÅ«kan, now famously known as the Yasukuni Shrine. Entrusted to the visionary Kibe Yonekichi, the garden saw an amalgamation of modern techniques with the age-old Edo-period ‘tako-zukuri’ bonsai styling. Yonekichi’s innovative approach involved wrapping tree branches with copper wire, a technique that has since become a staple in modern bonsai art. This original woodblock print dates to 1881 od the Meiji Era, and is a rare antique Japanese woodblock by two masters of Ukiyo-e art.
The Moss Fragrance Garden, or ‘苔香園’, holds a significant place in the annals of Japanese history. Established in 1878 by Uchiyama Chotaro, a prominent nurseryman, the garden graced the landscapes of Kudan-zaka. It came into existence following Uchiyama’s esteemed work on the landscaping of the YÅ«shÅ«kan, now famously known as the Yasukuni Shrine. Entrusted to the visionary Kibe Yonekichi, the garden saw an amalgamation of modern techniques with the age-old Edo-period ‘tako-zukuri’ bonsai styling. Yonekichi’s innovative approach involved wrapping tree branches with copper wire, a technique that has since become a staple in modern bonsai art. This original woodblock print dates to 1881 od the Meiji Era, and is a rare antique Japanese woodblock by two masters of Ukiyo-e art.
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The frame measures 14.75 x 9.5 inches. The sheet measures 12.75 x 8.5 inches through the matting.
Condition
The frame is in overall fine condition. It is sold without the framing glass. The woodblock print has toning to the paper.
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