- Aoi Yabu (Blue Thicket), 1974 - Asakusa Some ink smudges and natural

Some ink smudges and natural paper wrinkles on the margins

Daisen is called Hōki Fuji

The Japanese woodblock print “Matsuchiyama” (Matsuchiyama

Published in the 1950s by Kyoto Hanga-in

Date: Taisho 14 nen 5 gatsu (May 1925)

- Aoi Yabu (Blue Thicket), 1974 - Asakusa Some ink smudges and naturalThe 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