Zeshin Shibata, Cherry Blossom, Nature, Spring
Artists: Zeshin Shibata (1807-1891)
Title: Cherry Blossom
Publisher: Not Sealed
Date: c.1880s
Size: 23.1 x 22.9 cm
Original Japanese woodblock print.
The son of a sculptor, Zeshin was born and lived in Edo. As a child, he apprenticed to a lacquer craftsman and became a court painter in 1890. He is considered to be the greatest lacquerer of the 19th century. Particularly skilful in urushi-e, he produced charming, delicate works. Although he used many revolutionary elements in his work, both technically and creatively, Zeshin's works were always, on the whole, very traditional. In the brand-new medium of lacquer painting, he would paint traditional subjects like birds and flowers, insects, waterfalls and dragons.
Zeshin Shibata
Born and lived in Edo, Zeshin was the son of a sculptor. As a child, he apprenticed to a lacquer craftsman and became a court painter in 1890. He is considered to be the greatest lacquerer of the 19th century. Particularly skilful in urushi-e, he produced charming, delicate works. Although he used many revolutionary elements in his work, both technically and creatively, Zeshin's works were always, on the whole, very traditional. In the brand-new medium of lacquer painting, he would paint traditional subjects like birds and flowers, insects, waterfalls and dragons.
| Print Format | Shikishiban |
|---|---|
| Artist | Zeshin Shibata |
| Subject | Flowers & Botanical |
| Dimensions | 23.1 x 22.9 cm |
| Condition Report | Light wear, minor spots on the back. |
| Location | Folder J |
