Technique: Original Japanese woodblock print Artist: Saburo MIYATA 宮田三郎 (b 1924) Title: "Sakurajima" 桜島 One of 100 limited edition Year: Around 1975 This woodblock print captures Sakurajima, an active volcano in Kagoshima Japan, with bold colors and sharp lines. The mountain's beautiful gradations of orange and brown, the curving lines of smoke rising from the peak, and the accents of a village at the base and a ship sailing across the sea are the highlights. The powerful black contours and impactful composition are captivating. The matte texture is unique to hand-cut woodblock prints. Conditions: Very good conditions, slight defects in the margin. Dimensions: Paper size: 392 x 510 mm Imagine size: about 302 x 420 mm Partially glued to a paper frame Frame size: 450 x 603 mm Frame window size: 305 x 400 mm Saburo MIYATA (1924-2013) A Japanese printmaker who has been awarded a national medal. Known for his hand-cut woodblock prints of landscapes, many of his works depict Japan's famous peaks and seaside scenes with powerful forms and vibrant colors. Representative motifs include Mount Fuji, Sakurajima, Karuizawa, and Sado, all characterized by simple yet striking designs. Miyata continued to create energetically from the post-war period through his later years, and is an artist who enjoys enduring popularity among collectors. 1924: Born in Miima Village, Nagano Prefecture. 1947: Graduated from Nagano Normal School (now the Faculty of Education, Shinshu University). Became a teacher, but retired due to illness. 1950–1960: Began creative activities. 1970–1984: Traveled throughout Japan and produced 425 woodblock prints depicting major landscapes. 1984: Awarded the Blue Ribbon Medal (Kunju Hosho). Continued creative work and held numerous solo exhibitions. 2013: Passed away (aged 89). Shipment with tracking We do combine shipments for woodblock prints, please have a look at our weekly selection of Japanese fine arts! Thank You! Arigato. ※※Please note※※ We cannot ship to the following countries: -Gibraltar -Guernsey -Israel -Ukraine -United States of America