A Fishing Village at Shinagawa by Kawase Hasui 6mm Seal

Artist: Kawase Hasui (1883-1957)

Woodblock Prints Title: A fishing village at Shinagawa on a rainy day from the Serie: Collection of views of Tokaido

1st Publication: 1931

Size: 9-1/2 x 14-1/4 + Margins as shown

Date of this edition: Late 1940's, lifetime Edition.

Publisher: Wanatabe Shozaburo

Condition: Multiple repaired cracks mainly by the lower and upper margins, blending well. Toning visible on the back of the print, remnants from prior mounting on upper margin, mild matte burn. Some trimming, in the upper margin. Brittle print. Very good color and impression, fair overall condition.

Notes: Great lifetime edition print, that has been one of the most popular / Best seller print from Kawase Hasui. This specific print is in overall great condition, the color are fairly strong. Great print, great investment, a must have for any collectors of Kawase Hasui.

15% of the prints with the "J" 6mm seal have a lacking seal, which is the case for this print. Nonetheless, it is a lifetime edition.

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.