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Karasu Marsh, Akita, 1927
Woodblock Print
15 x 10
in
Description: The shadows of trees and clouds shimmer in the lakes rippling water on a warm summer day. Sun dried grasses contrast with the greenery of distant tree covered hills; a tall pine dominates the foreground. Strong dark branches frame this lovely summer image exquisitely carved and rendered.
Issued: 1927
Edition: first edition
Condition: a very fine first state, with lovely gradations of color, and embossed detail to clouds.
Signed: in black brush
Sealed: in red 'sui'
Special Label: Watanabe 'A' seal right margin
Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo
Series: Souveniers of Travel, third series; Hotei No. 133
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