Rikio Takahashi - Lmtd Ed. Wood Block Print - Signed 45/50 - 1966

Description: This wood block print was done by Japanese artist Rikio Takahashi (1917-1998). The print measures 9 1/4" x 8 1/4". With the frame it measures 10 1/4" x 9 1/4". This is a limited edition wood cut print. It is pencil signed by Rikio and numbered 45/50, dated 1966 and titled, "Flood". The print has been framed and covered with glass and is in good vintage condition. The print is a little loose in the frame and I would recommend shipping without the frame and glass. (If shipped without the frame and glass - domestic shipping will be free within the U.S.)The son of a nihonga painter, Rikio Takahashi was born in Tokyo in 1917. He studied woodblock printing with Koshiro Onchi and was an original member of the Sosaku Hanga or “creative print” movement. Takahashi worked with Onchi from 1949 until his teacher’s death in 1955. Takahashi was a member of Nihon Hanga Kyokai (joined 1952), Kokugakai and the Graphic Art Club. He exhibited his work in international competitions and exhibitions. During the 1960s, Takahashi spent two years in California. He believed that art was primarily a form of self-expression. Creating a unique style, he pioneered unorthodox printing techniques to make largely abstract works with distinct tonality. Kyoto’s gardens served as inspiration for much of his work, feeding into his fluid, abstract style. Each design is self-carved and printed, true to the spirit of his teacher Onchi.Like many Sosaku Hanga artists in postwar Japan, Takahashi strayed from traditional cherrywood. Katsura wood became popular among Sosaku Hanga artists for it allowed larger blocks and was more affordable than cherry. By 1930, it became the standard wood used by Sosaku Hanga artists. With a light grain, artists could engage with surface texture or achieve unmarred smoothness. Takahashi worked largely with shina-faced (veneered) plywood, another readily available and affordable wood. We guarantee all of our Native American Indian items to be AUTHENTIC American Indian traditional arts. **To see more vintage Paintings or Native American jewelry, Pottery and Baskets, please visit our eBay store. (Click on the open door logo)** - In our store, click on "Categories" at the top left (under our Store heading). We have paintings divided into U.S., European, Asian etc. categories. - Or, click on the Indian Jewelry category - Then click on the category: such as earrings, bracelets, necklaces, belts, rings by size etc. I am currently listing 100s of beautiful old pawn and vintage Native American jewelry on eBay.

Price: 500 USD

Location: Sedona, Arizona

End Time: 2025-01-15T00:12:23.000Z

Shipping Cost: 19.95 USD