Restrike Woodblock After Takahashi Shōtei's "Shower at Terashima"

Item Details

In Plate

A restrike woodblock print after Japanese artist Takahashi Shōtei’s (née Hiroaki 1871-1945) Shower at Terashima. This piece depicts the edge of a village in driving rain, a line of figures moving along a winding path surrounded by a rippling body of water. The print features a red seal to its lower left and a small block of calligraphic text further up the edge. It is presented under glass in a wooden frame with a wire for hanging to its verso.

Condition

- fair; toning throughout ground; scuffs along edges and front face of frame; foxing, toning, and punctures present on backing paper on verso of frame.

Dimensions

- measures frame; visible image measures 6.25" W x 14.25" H.

Item #

18LOU066-043