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Asano Kiichi
A Rainy Commencement Ceremony

1953

About the Item

”A Rainy Commencement Ceremony”, from the series ”The Gion Quarter”. 1953. Gelatin silver print, 1990s. 32 × 44,5 cm (40,3 × 50,4 cm) (12 ⅝ × 17 ½ in. (15 ⅞ × 19 ⅞ in.)). A strip of Japan paper of the estate attached on the reverse, thereupon Asano's black hanko stamp, inscribed and editioned with black India ink in Japanese script by the son of the photographer, as well as red hanko stamp. Verso attached Japan paper, thereupon with black India ink: [...] 59/100 Black hanko stamp of Kiichi Asano Red hanko stamp of the estate Kiichi Asano's A Rainy Commencement Ceremony is a poignant gelatin silver print capturing a moment of resilience and tradition amid adversity. The photograph likely depicts a graduation ceremony unfolding under rain-soaked conditions, with students and attendees braving the weather, their figures possibly blurred by falling raindrops or reflected in wet surfaces. The monochromatic tones emphasize contrasts between dark umbrellas, wet ground, and the brightness of ceremonial attire, evoking a sense of nostalgia and quiet perseverance.
  • Creator:
    Asano Kiichi (1914 - 1993, Japanese)
  • Creation Year:
    1953
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.6 in (32 cm)Width: 17.52 in (44.5 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
    In excellent condition, with no remarkable damage.
  • Gallery Location:
    Hong Kong, HK
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: L-KA-0011stDibs: LU1545215796272

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