<b>PUG ON A CUSHION</b> / Takahashi Shotei (Hiroaki)1935$4,500</em>
ARTIST: Takahashi Shotei (Hiroaki) (1871-1945)
TITLE: Pug on a Cushion
MEDIUM: Woodblock
DATE: 1926
DIMENSIONS: 10 5/8 x 15 1/4 inches
CONDITION: Excellent, no problems to note
NOTE: Silver mica background
$4,500.00
Details
Shotei provides the viewer with a charming design of a seated pug. The dog has an endearing and somewhat needful appearance. Its large and expressive eyes are slightly downturned, giving a look of mild disapproval while it sits comfortably on a large cushion. The dog’s well-coiffed hair is shown in ornate detail set against a silver mica background that is typically reserved for the most desirable bijin-ga of the Shin Hanga genre. The cuteness of this design anticipates the Japanese fascination with all things cute—also known as kawaii.
Connoisseur's Note
This impression is an excellent example of the design. Exhibiting fresh, untouched colors, the print looks like it could have been created today.
