Shibata ZESHIN (1807-1891)

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An orihon with 13 brush drawings, sumi and light colour on paper mounted into an album. Image size 10.75 x 13.75; 27.25 x 35 cm. Painted in the Shijo style which employs the rapid and dexterous use of a brush loaded with pigment to achieve tonality without initial drawing or outline. While the results can be detailed, they often capture the essence of a subject in an abbreviated manner. (Zeshin studied under the Shijo artists Suzuki Nanrei and Okamoto Toyohiko.) A prodigious talent famous for his lacquer work, introducing original techniques as well as reviving old ones.

Signed Zeshin on last sheet with Zeshin seal. Other sheets with seals Koman and Shin. Comes with original paulownia box. In very good condition.

Signed Hiroshige with Ichiryusai seal. Rare. See my Hiroshige painting blog. Recently cleaned and remounted with futomaki and new box.

Status: Available

Price:  £4,500