Fishing with a Scoop Net by Utamaro

Artist: Kitagawa Utamaro (1753-1806)

Woodblock Prints Title: Fishing with a Scoop Net

1st Publication: 1800

Size: Vertical ôban 38 x 25.8 cm (14 15/16 x 9 13/16 in.)

Date of this edition: 1800

Publisher: Unknown

Condition: Remnants from prior mounting (Glue from tape) visible on the front side of the print. Horizontal center crease now flattened. Colors faded, consistent with prints from the early 1800's. A couple of small repaired area. Very good impression, good to very good overall condition.

Notes: This is the left panel of a triptych, as seen on the last pictures.

Pictures: Pictures are taken outdoor, in the shade, to reflect true colors, without any enhancements of any kind. The last picture is taken indoor, with a light behind the print, to reveal the exact paper grain, holes if any, or other possible flaws.