<b>IRIS AND DUCKS</b> / Toshi Yoshida20th Century<B>SOLD</B></em>
ARTIST: Toshi Yoshida (1911-1995)
TITLE: Iris and Ducks
MEDIUM: Woodblock print
DATE: 20th Century
DIMENSIONS: 21 5/8 x 13 ¾ inches
CONDITION: Excellent; light tape remnants from the original Yoshida Studios mount
NOTE: Rare lifetime impression with live signature in pencil
PROVENANCE: Yoshida Family Collection
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SOLD
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ARTIST: Toshi Yoshida (1911-1995)
TITLE: Iris and Ducks
MEDIUM: Woodblock print
DATE: 20th Century
DIMENSIONS: 21 5/8 x 13 ¾ inches
CONDITION: Excellent; light tape remnants from the original Yoshida Studios mount
NOTE: Rare lifetime impression with live signature in pencil
PROVENANCE: Yoshida Family Collection
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SOLD
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ARTIST: Toshi Yoshida (1911-1995)
TITLE: Iris and Ducks
MEDIUM: Woodblock print
DATE: 20th Century
DIMENSIONS: 21 5/8 x 13 ¾ inches
CONDITION: Excellent; light tape remnants from the original Yoshida Studios mount
NOTE: Rare lifetime impression with live signature in pencil
PROVENANCE: Yoshida Family Collection
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SOLD
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Details
In Toshi Yoshida's mesmerizing woodblock print, a serene lakeside scene unfolds with an array of vibrant irises in full bloom. The irises, boasting hues of violet, purple, white, and striped varieties, create a stunning display against the backdrop of tall summer grasses. These elements frame the composition, drawing the viewer's gaze towards the focal point: two ducks gracefully gliding across the still surface of the lake at the top center. Despite the sharpness of the colors, which command immediate attention, the overall atmosphere of the scene is one of tranquility and contemplation. Through Yoshida's masterful depiction, the viewer is transported to a peaceful oasis where nature's beauty flourishes and time seems to stand still.
Connoisseur's Note
This impression is a previously uncirculated work from the Yoshida Family. The print is in excellent condition, with exceptional colors and a razor-sharp impression.
The print is a rare lifetime impression with a live pencil signature. Later, posthumous impressions have stamped signatures and a series of Japanese characters on the reverse identifying the new publisher.