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Catching Fireflies
蛍狩り
- Date:
- c. 1906
- Medium:
- Color woodblock print
Typical Price
Children chasing fireflies on a summer evening is one of the most enchanting scenes in Shoun's beloved Kodomo Asobi (Children at Play) series. Published by Matsuki Heikichi in 1906, this pre-earthquake design captures the magic of childhood with genuine warmth. Pre-earthquake editions command $1,500-$3,000+, reflecting the premium this series commands over Shoun's other subjects.
Description
Children chasing fireflies on a warm summer evening, the glowing insects lighting up the dusk.
