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“Wild Geese”, (Gan)
   

 
Inventory #:
4513
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Artist:
Shoson, OHARA  
Dates/Bio:
Japanese 1877-1945  
Medium:
Woodblock  
Date:
1926  
Size (H/W):
Image area - 14 1/4" x 9 1/2" (36.2 x 24.1cm); sheet size - 15” x 10 1/4” (38.1 x 26cm) Oban  
Description:
Published by Watanabe Shozaburo, some Gauffrage (embossing) on the lower two geese. 200 impressions in 1926. Brush signature Shoson “a” and red seal Shoson “S.a.”. Early Watanabe copyright seal “C” (1929-42) in lower right margin.
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Other Notes:
This print from the Robert O Muller Estate. Ref.: “Crows, Cranes & Camellias” #149 and checklist S-11.5. Blair Catalouge #180 (Toledo 1930). Ohara used three names for his prints, depending on the publisher. They are Koson, Hoson and Shoson (Shoson for Watanabe).    
Condition:
Fine condition other than a small crease and paper abrasion across the upper left corner in the margin. Not matted or mounted.    
Price:
$375 - free shipping in USA Status: Available  

 
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