Evening Snow at Hira Mountains by Ryuryukyo Shinsai

Artist: Ryuryukyo Shinsai (1764-1820)

Woodblock Prints Title: Evening Snow at Hira Mountains from the series Newly published 8 Views of Omi (Omi Hakkei)

1st Publication: 1815 - 1820

Size: Oban; 13-1/2" x 9" (34.5 x 23 cm)

Date of this edition: 1815 - 1820

Publisher: Unknown

Condition: A tiny loss ans some soiling in the upper right corner, else very fine. Exceptional colors, impression and overall condition.

Notes: Very rare print, in exceptional condition. It belongs to a newly published 8 views of Omi series, similar to these two referenced by the Museum of Fine Art in Boston : Print 1 and Print 2

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.