1795 to 1801 Attributed to Katsugawa Shunsen John C Ferguson Collection

Described By: Adams NFD Title: 1795 to 1801 Attributed to Katsugawa Shunsen John C Ferguson Collection Japanese Woodblock Print Description: Attributed to Katsugawa Shunsen John C Ferguson Collection Japanese Woodblock Print See collector tag on back side noting date. On fiberous possibly aged washi paper, depicting two people one with a mallet or hammer the other with a fishing rod and fish. Signature: Yes Circa: 1795 to 1801 Sight Dimensions: 13 x 8 in Frame Dimensions: 23 x 18 in Provenance: Rev. Dr. Ferguson Pd.D was one of the most important western figures in Chinese history from assisting the Met in forming their collection to having an exclusive street named after him in China. His heir retired to Florida and weare honored that they retaine us to offer a portion of his descended chinese art and antiques in this auction. Archival discovery to conserve. Accompanied by a photocopy of family ownership from great granddaughter. There are a lot of holes and tears to the original document. See photos for details. Original: Yes Type of Print: Woodblock Medium: ink Item Weight: 5lbs 0 oz Surface: paper Shipping In-House: Available Shipping Box Size: 30 x 24 x 6 in Shipping Weight: 33 lb 0 oz Additional InformationRev. Dr. Ferguson Pd.D was one of the most important western figures in Chinese history from assisting the Met in forming their collection to having an exclusive street named after him in China. His heir retired to Florida and weare honored that they retaine us to offer a portion of his descended chinese art and antiques in this auction. Archival discovery to conserve. Accompanied by a photocopy of family ownership from great granddaughter. There are a lot of holes and tears to the original document. See photos for details.

Estimate:$500

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