This is a Woodcut Print in the Sosaku Hanga style, executed in 1961 by the Japanese artist Kihei Sasajima. The print is signed and numbered. We have a coordinating piece by Sasajima available for separate purchase. The ink used is a deep black, and the paper upon which it was impressed is an off white. The piece was custom framed and is double-matted with beveled edges. The frame is a mottled pewter/gumetal hue, and has a subtle oil-drop pattern.

Woodblock printing was invented in China under the Tang dynasty, and eventually migrated to Japan in the late 700s. For his part, in 1959 Sasajima developed a new printing technique. Drawing upon the Japanese method of stone rubbing, he used a press to push the paper deeper than previously practiced into the wood block, and then applied ink on the raised areas. This technique gave his works a sense of three-dimensionality, and an embossed texture.

This piece measures 25 inches wide, and 25.75 inches high. It is approximately a half inch deep. There are some light brown marks on the surrounding edging, and some light yellowing of the paper. Overall, this piece is in very good condition. Please see photos.

The buyer may pick up the furniture, have it shipped by our shipping partners (buyer will pay for full shipping cost, though will not have to arrange it), or discuss potential delivery within reason following the end of the auction. The listed shipping cost is an estimate, though we can likely stay below that number for most areas of the country. If you win the item, we can discuss shipping options, prices, etc. and we will make sure that it is as inexpensive for you as possible. We work with a shipper locally who takes great care in their work and has been complemented often on their packing and shipping quality.