Keiko Minami's "Aigrette and Two Fish" is a refined etching that captures the vitality and grace of its natural subject.
The etching technique brings a distinctive linear quality and tonal depth to the composition, with fine detail emerging from the interaction of acid and metal plate. Created in 977, during the twilight of the Edo period, this work represents the rich artistic traditions of pre-modern Japan.
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Aigrette and Two Fish was created by Keiko Minami (南桂子) in 977.
Aigrette and Two Fish uses Etching, on two etchings with aquatint in colours on bfk rives wove.
Aigrette and Two Fish depicts fish and animals.
