Pre-1923 Shotei prints are particularly prized because the Great Kanto Earthquake destroyed original woodblocks along with much of the Watanabe publishing house. Surviving pre-earthquake impressions carry a scarcity premium.
The famous Nihonbashi Bridge in Tokyo at night, illuminated by the warm glow of lanterns and the cold light of the moon. Figures cross the bridge, their silhouettes casting long shadows on the wooden surface. The contrast between the warm artificial light and the cool moonlight creates a complex play of color and atmosphere.
$499
Woodblock print
1928
Color lithograph
1930
Color lithograph
1948
Woodblock print, ink and color on paper
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Night at Nihonbashi (日本橋の夜) was created by Takahashi Shotei (高橋松亭) in c. 1920.
Night at Nihonbashi was published by Watanabe Shozaburo (c. 1920).
Night at Nihonbashi depicts urban scenes and night scenes, set at Nihonbashi.
