Ishikawa Toraji - Born in Kochi, Ishikawa Toraji earned fame for his Western-style paintings. He founded an association of Western-style painters in 1902, and traveled throughout the United States and Europe. He created a number of woodblock prints, most notably a 1934 shin-hanga series titled "Ten Nudes." The majority of his works were landscapes, however. His lively and colorful designs are prized by modern collectors.

Comments - Attractive portrait of a nude woman relaxing on the beach, leaning back on her hands as the surf rolls up onto the sand in gentle waves. A starfish, a seashell, and a few rocks are scattered on the shore. A charming image and a rare keyblock impression for an unpublished print.

Artist - Ishikawa Toraji (1875 - 1964)

Image Size - 11 3/4" x 14 7/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Slight creasing near edges. Please see photos for details. Good overall.