Imao Keinen, “Manazuru (Hooded Cranes)”, 1891

Imao Keinen (今尾景年) (1845–1924)
“Manazuru (Hooded Cranes),” 1891
Plate 22 from the “Summer Album” in the series “Flowers and Birds of the Four Seasons” (Keinen Kacho Gafu)

This exquisite diptych features original colour woodblock prints by the renowned artist Imao Keinen, skilfully carved by Tanaka Hirokichi, printed by Miki Jinzaburo, and published by Nishimura Soemon. Created in 1891 as part of the celebrated “Flowers and Birds of the Four Seasons” series, it captures the delicate grace of hooded cranes hidden in bamboo wetlands.

Technical Details & Condition:

• Oban-sized diptych of colour woodblock prints, carefully trimmed close to the image borders on the sides and bottom, and slightly within the margin at the top. Archivally mounted on a single sheet of millennium-quality washi paper, ensuring preservation and display integrity.
• Features artist’s and publisher’s seals on the left margin, authenticating its origin and craftsmanship.

Dimensions:

• Assembly on support sheet: 31.5 x 46 cm
• woodcut sheets (diptych): 31.5 x 46 cm

References & Viewing:

• The full “Flowers and Birds of the Four Seasons” series is available for viewing at the Yamada Bookstore’s online art collection: https://www.yamada-shoten.com/onlinestore/detail.php?item_id=41944

Price & Shipping:

AU$336 (approximately US$218.03 / €189.20 / £166.95), inclusive of worldwide express shipping.
Import duties and taxes are the buyer’s responsibility.

If you wish to own this magnificent and substantial pair of original Japanese woodblock prints, please contact me at oz_jim@printsandprinciples.com. I’ll gladly provide a PayPal invoice to make your purchase seamless and secure.