Item Description Masao Oba ohba Masao (1928– ) This is an original limited edition silkscreen print titled “LADIES” by Japanese printmaker Masao Oba. The artwork depicts a highly decorative, stylized bird-like figure rendered in vivid colors and intricate patterns, set against a dotted background. Oba’s work is known for its folkloric symbolism and refined decorative sensibility, combining modern printmaking techniques with a warm, playful aesthetic. This work was produced as a limited edition of 500 copies and this example is numbered 330/500. It is hand-signed by the artist in pencil. The print is presented in a square format and framed with a wide mat, enhancing its visual balance and display appeal. An artist profile document is included. ⸻ Size Height: 31 cm Width: 31 cm Depth: cm (Print size) Height: 17 cm Width: 17 cm ⸻ Weight 922 g ⸻ Condition The print is in good condition with clear colors and a well-preserved surface. The mat shows light age-related stains, consistent with its age, but does not detract from display quality. ⸻ Artist Profile Masao Oba (born 1928, Japan) is a Japanese printmaker who began his career in printmaking in the mid-1950s. He studied various print techniques including copperplate, lithography, and woodblock printing. From the late 1960s onward, he actively participated in major national and international print exhibitions in Japan, Europe, and the United States. His works were exhibited in venues such as the Rockefeller Center Gallery in New York and various museums and galleries across Europe. Oba received awards from the Japan Artists Association and is recognized for his decorative, symbolic style within postwar Japanese printmaking.