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KORYUSAI, Isoda (fl. 1764 - 1780)		The poet Sagyo Hoshi admiring Mt. Fuji
(detail)		Signed:                        (this print is always) unsigned Size:                             c. 60 x 12 cms  (hashira-e) Condition: Fine, early impression with strong black outlines.  The poet's robe is entirely printed in black,  partly differing in intensity,  thus adding a beautiful texture to the clothing.  The sparsely applied coloring is only slightly faded. Very good condition.  -  No folds.

Sagyo Hoshi (1118 - 1190),  a descendant from Fujiwara Hidesato,  was called Sato Norikiyo.  At the age of 23, he abandoned his wife and children,  became a bonze and travelled through the provinces,  preached and recited poetry.  He became a much renowned poet,  who also was very skilful in using the bow.

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