Basho

Oban tate-e (9.5 by 14 ins approx.)

Catalogue ID: Yoshitoshi M100

Artist: Yoshitoshi

Date: 1891

Series: 100 Aspects of the Moon

Publisher: Akiyama Buemon

Description: The famous haiku poet Matsuo Basho pauses in his travels to enjoy a chance encounter under the full moon with two farmers. The haiku by Basho in the title reads 'Since the crescent moon I have been waiting for tonight'.

Condition: A mark to left of title cartouche, otherwise very good

Impression: Very good.

Availability: Sold