Takamizawa's Red Fuji - This is the famous Takamizawa reprint of one of the most well known and sought after woodblock prints of all time. Hokusai depicts Mt. Fuji which is said to take on a red color in the early morning and around sunset. The original design was printed with blocks that had very recognizable wood grain on the mountain. Collectors and dealers used this marker as a first indication of authenticity. In the 20th century, Takamizawa created a beautiful, perfect replica of the print - including the recognizable wood grain. It was an impressive accomplishment for a publisher and these reprints became famous. Some even argued that the print was intended to be passed off as an original. These 20th century reprintings, by this master publisher, have become collectable in their own right and are rare these days. A terrific alternative to the original which would sell in the $50,000 range and up!

One of the most famous and sought after woodblock prints of all time. Fuji is said to take on a red color in the early morning and around sunset. This is especially noticeable on a summer day with the undulating clouds and a clear sky as shown here. The design is simple and an artistic masterpiece. This print, along with the "Great Wave," are thought to be the best prints of the series and the masterworks of Hokusai's career.

Takamizawa Thirty-six Fuji Reprints - Established in Tokyo in 1911, the venerable Takamizawa Publisher was known as one of the finest reprint publishers of the 20th century, and produced some of the highest quality ukiyo-e woodblock reprints of all time. This lovely group of reprints of Hokusai's outstanding "The Thirty-Six Views of Mt. Fuji" series features attractive color and beautiful bokashi shading, a deluxe printing technique used to create gradations of color.

Each print comes loose in the original windowed viewing folder as issued by the publisher, and includes a decsription in both English and Japanese mounted to the inside of the front cover (see examples below). All prints bear the "Takamizawa" seal on the reverse attesting to the Takamizawa publication of these prints. Don't miss this terrific opportunity to acquire a fine Takamizawa reprint of Hokusai's classic ukiyo-e images. 

Artist - Hokusai 1760-1849

Publisher - Enji Takamizawa

Image Size - 10" x 14 7/8" + margins as shown

Condition - Excellent overall with no issues to report.