- Aoi Yabu (Blue Thicket), 1974 - Shufu Miyamoto "Shiba Benten Ike" (Pond at

"Shiba Benten Ike" (Pond at Shiba Benten) is by Kawase Hasui (1883-1957)

This is a recarved edition by Yuyu-do

and a couple of tiny ink spots in the background of the image

Yakushima) is by Fumio Kitaoka (1918–2007) and was printed in 1999

Paper size: 14 and 1/2 x 22 and 3/8 inches (37 x 57 cm)

- Aoi Yabu (Blue Thicket), 1974 - Shufu Miyamoto "Shiba Benten Ike" (Pond atThe delightful tree print Aoi Yabu (Blue Thicket) is by Joichi Hoshi. A mysterious blue thicket unfolds against a luminous silver background, its forms resembling delicate blue sparklers. The subtle shimmer and rich contrast create a striking yet serene composition, beautifully balanced by the tranquil metallic ground. The print is titled Aoi Yabu, hand signed J. Hoshi, and dated 74 in pencil by the artist in the bottom margin. The artists red seal