Details

Two regal wild geese take flight, their graceful forms cutting through the tranquil atmosphere above a serene landscape of gray reeds and water. Against a light sky-blue background that hints at the early morning hours, the scene unfolds with a sense of quiet anticipation. As the foggy, smoke-like foreground gradually gives way to the growing light, the shadowy reeds emerge from the depths, casting ethereal silhouettes against the background. Each element in the soft and subtle printing expertly captures the essence of dawn, evoking a sense of tranquility and wonder. With its delicate balance of light and shadow, this print invites the viewer to pause and immerse themselves in the poetics that Japanese prints so aptly provide.

Connoisseur's Note

This particular impression is noteworthy for its rich and vibrant colors and its skillful and delicate printing. This particular print bears the Watanabe C-type seal indicating the print is a highly desirable pre-war impression of the design.