| Thanks for pointing it out. A wonderful selection of patterns that look rather finished on koi that size and age. Sanke #15 is particularly interesting in that respect. No Showa, but note the number of Sanke with Sumi edging onto the head ... in one or two instances an improvement to my eye. I would like to see in person to get a better sense of the finish and depth of color. High degree of similarity in conformation/body shapes. The eye of Maeda can be seen, I guess.
Anyone know of U.S./UK dealers attending the auction? |