Plum Tree Garden, 1937

by Maekawa Senpan (1888 - 1960)

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Plum Tree Garden, 1937 by Maekawa Senpan (1888 - 1960)

Original Maekawa Senpan (1888 - 1960) Japanese Woodblock Print
Plum Tree Garden, 1937

Sosaku Hanga - The sosaku hanga or creative print movement in Japan began in the early part of the twentieth century. Unlike the traditional collaborative woodblock printing process utilizing a separate artist, carver, and printer along with a publisher, the sosaku hanga movement emphasized artist involvement in designing, carving, and printing the blocks himself, as the sole creator of his work. The movement gained popularity following World War II, earning international acclaim and expanding subject matter to include abstraction. Today most contemporary Japanese print artists design, carve, and print their woodblocks themselves, continuing the vibrant creative tradition established with ukiyo-e. Sosaku hanga prints encompass a wide range of subjects and expressive artistic styles, and are a great choice for a collector interested in modern and contemporary prints.

Comments - Maekawa Senpan took part in the first Sosaku Hanga Kyokai exhibit in 1919, and became a noted member of the sosaku hanga movement.

Artist - Maekawa Senpan (1888 - 1960)

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

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Slight toning. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Plum Tree Garden, 1937 by Maekawa Senpan (1888 - 1960)
Plum Tree Garden, 1937 by Maekawa Senpan (1888 - 1960)

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