Ichiryusai HIROSHIGE (1797-1858)

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A Java sparrow on a clematis vine. A sanchogake format (three designs printed on a horizontal sheet and intended to be separated). Published c 1835-9. This is the first edition with the cube-shaped red Hiroshige seal. Two later impressions are in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, acquisition numbers 21.9590 and 65.1671. Rare.

Fine impression and colour. Minor marks, otherwise very good condition. Signed Hiroshige hitsu.

Status: Sold