36 Views of Mt Fuji #19 Totomi by Hokusai Blue Outline

Artist: Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849

Woodblock Prints Title: 36 Views of Mt Fuji # 19 In the Mountains of Tôtômi Province (Tôtômi sanchû)

1st Publication: 1830

Size: Vertical Oban 15" x 10-1/4"

Date of this edition: 1830, 1st Edition, blue outline.

Publisher: Nishimuraya Yohachi (Eijudô)

Condition: Foxing, thinning, upper right corner repaired. Excellent colors and impression, poor overall condition.

Notes: This is an important print from the 36 views of Mt Fuji series. There are two known stage of this print : The blue outline, where the title is written in blue, and the borders around the title are also blue, and the black outline, more colorful, with black ink on the title and border. The blue outline is the earliest version and the most sought after.

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.