SHINSAI (1764 ?-1820). "Chidorigai". (Sold)
Artist:
Ryuryukyo Shinsai (1764 ?-1820)
Subject:
Two ladies looking at a bird in a small cage.
Series:
Kasen awase (A series of shells). The print refers to the shell "Chidorigai".
Signature:
Unsigned as other surimono in the series.
Date:
1809
Publisher:
Privately published.
Size:
Koban, 13,8x18,8 cm
Medium:
Woodblock color print with use of metallic pigments.
Remarks:
The series is composed of thirty-six surimono each associated to a shell. The set was commissioned by the group of poets Yomogawa chaired by Yomo no Utagaki Magao (1753-1829).
Conditions:
Very good impression, colour and conditions.
Item no:
D 201
Status:
Sold