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Imao Keinen, "Brambling, Rose, Bamboo," 1891 First-Edition Antique Japanese Woodblock Print

$6457% Off$150

Brooklyn, NY

Condition Notes: Nice woodblock impression and color. Slightly brittle edges. Small holes in margin remain from book binding. Fine detail on bird's … moreNice woodblock impression and color. Slightly brittle edges. Small holes in margin remain from book binding. Fine detail on bird's feathers. less

Description: Imao Keinen, 今尾景年, ( 1845 – 1924) was a Japanese painter and print artist who worked in the late … more Imao Keinen, 今尾景年, ( 1845 – 1924) was a Japanese painter and print artist who worked in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is known for his kacho-e, or bird-and-flower prints. In 1891, Keinen published his masterwork series "Keinen Kacho Gafu," a four-volume set of bird and flower pairings through the four seasons, which is held in the collection of the British Museum.

This print is from the first edition, published in 1891, which differs drastically in quality and detail when compared to the later edition published by Unsodo in 1977.

Carver: Tanaka Jirokichi
Printer: Miki Jinsaburo
Provenance: The John Crerar Library

All purchases come with a certificate of authenticity for your records.

This woodblock print from Keinen's popular series would make a great gift or addition to a Japanese art collection. less

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Brooklyn, NY

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