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Date : 1887 - 1911
Size : Naga-o-ban
Impression : Very good
Condition : Good
Detail : Slight soiling
Koson was particularly skilled at depicting realistic yet lyrical flower and bird prints, and this work fully displays these characteristics. The subject is a dove, a symbol of peace and longevity, quietly perched on the branch of a ginkgo tree, its leaves draped in vibrant yellow, heralding the arrival of autumn. The softness of the dove's feathers and the delicate hues of the ginkgo leaves are expressed through advanced carving and printing techniques that incorporate Western realism while retaining traditional ukiyo-e techniques. The harmony of stillness and the vitality of nature in this work is a stunning fusion of Japanese natural beauty and craftsmanship. Shopping Guide & Information of the Japanese Prints