- Pair of Cranes- Rainbow Very serene woodblock print by

Very serene woodblock print by Shiro Kasamatsu

Signed: "Koichi" with seal "Ko" in the lower left corner of the image

A minor paper scuff on the top edge of the verso from previous mounting

Paper size: 23 and 5/8 x 16 and 3/8 inches (60 x 41

- Pair of Cranes- Rainbow Very serene woodblock print byThe adorable woodblock print 'Pair of Cranes' is by Katsu Matsumoto. This print depicts a happy pair of cranes. In Japan, it is said that once cranes mate, they generally remain with the same partner for the rest of their lives. Because of this strong bond, cranes are considered a symbol of marital harmony. They are also regarded as a symbol of longevity. The artists signature, Katsu, appears in the lower left corner of the image. Technique: Woodblock