Snow on Sumida River by Tsuchiya Koitsu Pre WWII

Artist: Tsuchiya Koitsu (1870-1949)

Woodblock Prints Title: Snow on Sumida River (Sumidagawa Suijin no mori), from the series Views of Tokyo (Tôkyô fûkei)

1st Publication: 1934

Size: Vertical ôban; 39.5 x 27 cm (15 9/16 x 10 2/3 in.)

Date of this edition: Late 1930's

Publisher: Doi Hangaten

Condition: Some toning / foxing. A small loss in the lower margin and upper right corner. Very good colors and impression, good overall condition.

Notes: This print bears the Lida Kunitaro seal, consistent with prints published in the late 1930's, pre WWII.

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.