Description

This striking Japanese woodblock print (mokuhanga) captures a classic ukiyo-e motif with a serene, atmospheric quality. The composition features a descent of wild geese flying in formation across a pale, luminous moon. In the distance, the iconic silhouette of Mount Fuji rises above a misty horizon, while the foreground is anchored by the rhythmic, rolling waves of the sea, rendered in a sophisticated grayscale palette.

The piece demonstrates excellent use of bokashi (color gradation) in the sky and water, creating a sense of deep perspective and nocturnal calm. The fine detailing on the feathers of the geese and the calligraphic rendering of the waves suggest the work of a skilled artisan from the late Meiji or early Taisho period.

The artwork includes a vertical signature and a red artist seal (hanko) in the lower-left corner. It is housed in a period-appropriate dark wood frame with a golden-hued silk or paper mat that complements the aged patina of the print.

• Subject: Wild Geese, Mount Fuji, Full Moon, and Seascape.

• Medium: Woodblock print on paper.

• Era: Late 19th to early 20th Century (Meiji/Taisho).

• Condition: Good antique condition with age-appropriate toning; some minor foxing visible in the sky area.

• Framing: Housed in a vintage wooden frame under glass.

• Dimensions: H:14in L:6in

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