- Pair of Cranes- Rainbow Signed: "Koichi" with seal "Ko"

Signed: "Koichi" with seal "Ko" in the lower left corner of the image

Very serene woodblock print by Shiro Kasamatsu

Image size: 9 and 5/8  x 13 and 1/4 inches (24

A minor paper scuff on the top edge of the verso from previous mounting

This print had been framed

- Pair of Cranes- Rainbow Signed: "Koichi" with seal "Ko"The adorable woodblock print 'Pair of Cranes' is by Katsu Matsumoto. This print depicts a happy pair of cranes. In Japan, it is said that once cranes mate, they generally remain with the same partner for the rest of their lives. Because of this strong bond, cranes are considered a symbol of marital harmony. They are also regarded as a symbol of longevity. The artists signature, Katsu, appears in the lower left corner of the image. Technique: Woodblock