Toshi Yoshida (1911 - 1995)
Okaramon, 1940

Toshi Yoshida - Toshi Yoshida was the son of Hiroshi Yoshida, one of the most famous woodblock print artists of the 20th century. He followed the family tradition, and centuries old Japanese craft, of woodblock printmaking adopting and developing his signature style. His close relationship with his father was instrumental in the pursuit of his art. Together, father and son traveled Japan, and the globe, examining and sketching people and places around them.

Okaramon - The beautiful, ornate entrance to the Toshogu Shrine in Nikko. Visitors to the shrine stroll under the arch and massive trees rise on the temple grounds beyond.

Signed - Toshi Yoshida in English in the margin and Japanese within the image (with chop)
Titled - Okaramon, English and Japanese
Image size - 6 3/4" x 9 1/4"
Condition - Excellent, no toning, tears, not mounted, full margins