Bertha Clausen Jaques. 1863-1941
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Chinese Lanterns (Physalis alkekengi). 1923. Drypoint. Jaques 337. 9 1/2 x 5 7/8 (sheet 13 x 10 1/4). Printed on the full sheet of Japanese mulberry paper. A fine impression with plate tone. Printed on Japanese mulberry paper, on the full sheet with deckle edges. Provenance: the artist's estate. Unsigned. Annotated "1st". $150.
The plant belongs to the Solanaceae or deadly nightshade family. This plant was brought to Japan as a medicinal herb in old times. People there believe that the orange color of its berries can provide happiness.
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