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(after) Shumman (1757-1820): Owl sitting on a magnolia branch

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Artist: (after) Shumman (1757-1820)

Title:Owl sitting on a magnolia branch

Series:from: Seven Picturers of Birds and Flowers

Publisher:Isakichi Tsumura, from the town of Akashi

Date:1890s

Medium:woodblock print

Size/Format:shikishiban surimono (c. 8.5" x 7.5"); thick deluxe paper.

Description:A so-called "surimono A" version, or "Akashi copy" of a surimono originally produced in the 1820s-30s, faithfully reprinted in the town of Akashi in the 1890s; these copies are known for their outstanding printing quality.

Condition:FINE impression, color and condition.

Reserve: $530.00

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(after) Shumman (1757-1820): Owl sitting on a magnolia branch

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