Toyohara Chikanobu, "Garden with Chrysanthemum Pot"

A large potted chrysanthemum grows in a garden with a bed of white flowers. Especially striking is the woman in the middle panel, whose kimono is decorated with bamboo and small birds set against a dark background.

Date: c. 1895
Size: Oban Triptych
Condition: Tape residue on margins, other excellent color and condition

Toyohara Chikanobu (1838-1912) was one of the Meiji-period’s most prolific and well-known master woodblock printmakers, particularly in the genre of beautiful women prints (bijin-ga). His woodblock prints exemplify the skill and craftsmanship of woodblock printmaking following height of ukiyo-e in the Edo period.

Custom matting available for triptych prints. Sizes will be determined for best presentation in consultation with customer - overall size range will be 20" - 22" (height) X 38" - 40" (width). Note that additional shipping charges apply (sorry, no international shipping available for matted triptychs).