- Hana doki (Cherry Blossom Time), 1946 - Toraji Ishikawa Paper size: 15 and 3/8

Paper size: 15 and 3/8 x 10 and 1/4 inches (39 x 26 cm)

*This print has been framed since 1971 when the previous owner purchased it at Kato gallery in Tokyo

'Something hit and fell on the woven hat

I like the gentle lights through Noren cloth

- Hana doki (Cherry Blossom Time), 1946 - Toraji Ishikawa Paper size: 15 and 3/8The rare woodblock print 'Hana doki' (Cherry Blossom Time) is by Koshiro Onchi. From the series 'Nihon Onna Zoku Sen` ( Women's Customs of Japan). It was designed and carved by the artist, printed by Takamizawa Publisher, and published by Fugaku Honsha in 1946. The very gentle color tones and the woman's expression make this woodblock print even more beautiful. Takamizawa publisher seal on the verso. Technique: Woodblock Paper size: 8 x 10 and 3 8