Tsuchiya Koitsu, "Spring Rain at Matsushima" (RESERVED)

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The islands of Matsushima Bay in Miyagi Prefecture is one of Japan's most picturesque places. In this popular design by Koitsu, a tree frames an idyllic view of one of the many islands in the Bay during a light rain shower while a boat enjoys the calm waters. A beautiful design with soft printed colors in the sky and water. 

Date: 1936
Size: Oban (approx. 15” x 9.5”)
Later edition (Harada/Seki seal; printed ca. 1980s)
Publisher: Doi Eiichi
Condition: Fine/excellent color and condition
Frame Shown: 16" x 24" x 1/2", Classic Wood, Walnut

Tsuchiya Koitsu (1870-1949) was a student of Kobayashi Kiyochika whose landscape prints are widely regarded and coveted by collectors today.