Kuragano

by Nishijima (born 1945)

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Kuragano by Nishijima (born 1945)

Original Nishijima (born 1945) Japanese Woodblock Print
Kuragano

Series; The Kisokaido

Katsuyuki Nishijima - Kyoto artist Katsuyuki Nishijima is known for his beautiful contemporary woodblock prints in the sosaku hanga tradition, designing, carving, and printing each block himself. Inspired by the beauty of Japan, Nishijima illustrates traditional inns and quiet streets, glorious sunsets and dusky evenings, spring blossoms and summer fields. These lovely prints capture the charm of traditional Japanese buildings and landscapes, evoking a romantic view of old Japan yet with a distinctly modern artistic sensibility. These limited edition prints are pencil signed and numbered by the artist in the lower margin. A wonderful choice for the modern collector, they also make striking framed displays.

The Kisokaido - Beautiful contemporary woodblock from Katsuyuki Nishijima's series depicting villages and the countryside along the Kisokaido. Choosing the classic woodblock subject of the famous inland Kiso Road from Tokyo to Kyoto, Nishijima illustrates traditional inns and quiet streets, glorious sunsets and dusky evenings, spring blossoms and summer fields. These lovely prints capture the charm of traditional Japanese buildings and landscapes, evoking a romantic view of old Japan yet with a distinctly modern artistic sensibility. These limited edition prints are pencil signed and numbered by the artist in the lower margin. A wonderful choice for the modern collector, they also make striking framed displays.

Signed - K. Nishijima with red artist's seal
Numbered - 486/500

Artist - Nishijima (born 1945)

Image Size - 12 3/8" x 18 3/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Slight paper remnants or thinning on reverse near top corners from previous mounting. Some prints have a couple small spots. Please see photos for details.

Kuragano by Nishijima (born 1945)
Kuragano by Nishijima (born 1945)

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