KANO KOGA (Japan, 1897-1953) Divers and sea rocky shore Aiban yoko-e / woodblock print Signed and also sealed in the print: Mitsumasa Printer: Shin Yamato-e Mokuhanga Kankokai Notes: 1. Koga Kano was born in Wakayama prefecture. He was a student of Matsuoka Eikyu and graduated in 1919 from Tokyo School of Fine Arts. His prints were published by Shin Yamato-e Moku-Hanga Kankokai, which aimed at the revitalization of Japanese traditional painting. 2. The divers and the rough sea at the Shionomisaki. This is one of Koga's prints for Matsuoka Eikyu's project to revitalize the traditional Yamato-e more popular forms. Their prints were published by Shin Yamato-e Mokuhanga Kanko-kai. NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.