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Re: Identification of Surimono needed
Posted By: Stan
Posted Date: Dec 22, 2010 (08:52 PM)
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Scott,

This doesn't look like a surimono to me. Surimonos were examples of the finest work that the artist did. They were printed on special papers with high finish (mica, for example) on special occasions with limited copies made. Yours is a simple composition composed of a couple large areas with little detail. Further, the boundaries between the areas doesn't show the sharp definition characteristic of a woodblock print.

Your print (if it is a print) doesn't look like it is on any paper that I have see used for a woodblock print. Of course, I am at a disadvantage working from a photo. The paper reminds me of the paper used in the early 1900s for postcards. The only thing that is about right is the size.

Looking at the subject matter, it looks like a simplistic 20th century impression of Hokusai's famous "Red Fuji" (see below for a copy from recarved blocks) though the shape of the mountain doesn't resemble Mt. Fuji.

As an example, I've included a picture of the only surimono I own by Toyokuni I. It is adhered to cardboard and in poor condition.

All this is my way of saying: "I don't know."

Cheers,
Stan








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