Posted by NJ JOE on August 21, 2003 at 20:25:00:
In Reply to: Hokusai Original? posted by Karl on August 20, 2003 at 23:33:03:
: Hello all. I have been an avid collector of all forms of historic paper items such as early documents, letters, journals, old master prints etc... for many years.Only recently did I find myself interested in Japanese art in general but in particular,Ukiyo-e.Needless to say,When my wife presented me with what appears to be an original Great Wave of Kanagawa for my birthday present several weeks ago, I was stunned! She haunts the local antique markets around Philadelphia and picked it up for "a song".The paper is quite thick and "absorbant".It also displays great age.I read with interest John Fiorillo's discussion on the various types of paper used by the artists and feel strongly that the paper used in this instance is hosho.How many "special"or"Presentation" impressions would Hokusai have made of this particular print.My "old paper instincts" are telling me this is very early 19th century.Thanks in advance for any help you can offer.Karl
IF YOU FEEL THIS IS AN ORIGINAL,SOETHEBY WOULD LIKE TO TALK TO YOU.