Evening Snow at Kiyamachi
by Eiichi Kotozuka (1906–1981)
€850.00
- Type
- Original woodblock print
- First edition
- circa 1950
- This impression
- The current print is from the 1950s.
- Image size
- 26.9 × 38.8 cm
- Condition
- Very good (see condition notes)
- Publisher
- Uchida
Description
Kotozuka Eiichi was very accomplished in making snow scenes, and the current design is probably his best one. It depicts the Kiyamachi Dori in the old centre of Kyoto, along with the canalized river Takase. It is near Ponto-cho, the district known for Geisha and Maiko. Indeed, in the print two Maiko can be seen walking through the snow, next to lanterns and tea houses. In front, two willow trees are visible, often compared to Geisha because of their grace and strength.
Condition notes
The print is in very good condition, with some signs of aging. There are a few mild foxing spots visible in the margin, and toning on the back. Possibly due to acidic publication folders, many Eiichi Kotozuka designs have not been preserved well, and it is rare to see the current print in such a good state.