Hasui Kawase~ Shiba Benton Pond ~ Original lifetime woodblock print ~ VERY RARE

A stunning example of a VERY rare and difficult print to find. What makes it rare? The red stamp.

"Next in "desirability" and collectabilty are the mid-1950's "strikes" (printed off of the same blocks) that were then produced by Shobisha Publisher. These earliest Shobisha "states" are easily identifiable by their unique round "tilted red seal" (7/16 inch, 11mm diameter) that appears in their lower front margin. Today, even these "states" are seldom seen on the market and must be seized at once if located." Dr. Andreas Grund

This example has bright colors and exceptional detail. A very rare find and an excellent;;ent addition to my collection.