November (The Willow Tree at the Gate of the Shimabara)
十一月 (島原大門柳)
- Series:
- Twelve Months of Kyoto (print 11 of 12)
- Date:
- second half 20th century
- Medium:
- Woodblock print, ink and color on paper
- Format:
- Chuban
- Dimensions:
- 25.1 × 28.3 cm
- Publisher:
- Unsodo
- Source:
- Minneapolis Institute of Art
Typical Price
The November entry in Tokuriki's monthly Kyoto series focuses on the willow tree at Shimabara's gate, evoking the old pleasure quarter's fading elegance. This subject carries historical resonance unique among the twelve months, referencing Kyoto's entertainment district rather than a temple or natural landmark. Published by Unsodo, it typically sells for $75-$300 and appeals to collectors interested in Kyoto's cultural history.
Description
A willow tree at the gate of the Shimabara pleasure quarter in Kyoto, from the series of twelve months of Kyoto.
