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Vivid Hand-Colored Lithograph from Audsley’s The Ornamental Arts of Japan, 1882-1884
This exceptional hand-colored lithograph is a striking example of Japanese ornamental design from George Ashdown Audsley's monumental work, "The Ornamental Arts of Japan," published in London between 1882 and 1884. The artwork vividly showcases a masterful arrangement of natural elements, including fruit, foliage, and a bird in flight, set against a rich black background that heightens its dramatic effect.
Created using the chromolithographic technique, this print exemplifies the exquisite attention to detail and vibrant coloration characteristic of 19th-century decorative art publications. Audsley's work stands as a testament to the Victorian fascination with Japanese aesthetics, combining traditional Japanese motifs with Western craftsmanship.
Published in two volumes, this folio-sized masterpiece includes over 100 plates of heliogravures and chromolithographs, making it a definitive exploration of Japanese decorative arts during the period.
This piece remains in remarkable condition, with vivid colors and crisp details, showing only minor foxing typical of works from this era. It is a rare find for collectors of antique prints, Japanese art, or decorative design. This print is ready to grace the walls of an art lover's home or become a prized addition to any collection.
Other plates from "The Ornamental Arts of Japan" that may also be available:
- Plate 2: Chrysanthemum and Bamboo
- Plate 3: Japanese Fans with Gold and Lacquer Designs
- Plate 4: Crane Amidst Plum Blossoms
- Plate 5: Peony and Butterfly Scene
- Plate 6: Carp Swimming Among Waves
- Plate 7: Cherry Blossoms with Maple Leaves
- Plate 8: Dragon and Phoenix Motifs
- Plate 9: Lotus and Dragonfly Composition
- Plate 10: Traditional Japanese Lantern Design
This exquisite lithograph captures the essence of 19th-century Japanese-inspired artistry and serves as a timeless tribute to the beauty of Japanese design. This print comes with a text page describing the incrusted-work in more details.
This work appears to be a chromolithograph, based on the following observations:
- Color Use: The intricate, vivid, and layered coloration of the piece suggests the chromolithographic process. Chromolithography involves using multiple stones or plates, each inked with a different color, to create rich, detailed, and vibrant images.
- Publisher: The names mentioned, such as Sampson Low & Co. and Imprimerie Lemercier & Cie (a famous French printing firm), are closely associated with chromolithography in the 19th century.
- Style: The botanical and naturalistic theme with attention to fine detail and texture was a hallmark of chromolithographs during the Victorian era.
A heliograph would not have been able to achieve this level of color or detail, as it is more closely tied to monochromatic or early photographic methods. Similarly, while a plain lithograph could produce detailed images, it would not show the rich, layered colors present here without the chromolithographic technique.
- Dimensions:Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 10.63 in (27 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1884
- Condition:The print is in an almost excellent condition with vibrant hand-coloring, minor foxing on the margins, and sharp details, typical for its age.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-14034-11stDibs: LU3054342939882
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