Artist: Tokuriki Tomikichiro (徳力富吉郎，1902-2000) Technique: Woodblock Print Markings: Artist's pencil signature & seal on the print pencil-numbered 150/200 (limited edition) Paper Size: 40.7 × 27 cm (16.0 × 10.6 in) Image Size: 37 × 24 cm (14.6 × 9.4 in) Paper Material: Washi (和紙) This exquisite woodblock print was created in 1982 (Shōwa Jinen Year, 昭和壬戌年) by Tokuriki Tomikichiro, an influential Japanese printmaker active from the late Meiji to the Heisei era. Inspired by Kurobe Gorge in Toyama Prefecture, Japan, the work captures the canyon’s stunning autumn vistas: Steep, craggy dark cliffs frame the scene—deep gray and black blocks with bold lines emphasize ruggedness on the left, while olive green and brown tones on the right create rich textural depth. The turbulent river cutting through the gorge is rendered in soft washes of light green and blue, with white accents defining waves to vividly convey the water’s movement. A blue steel truss bridge (iconic of the Kurobe Gorge Railway) spans the upper composition, carrying a bright red train. This striking red-blue contrast serves as the visual centerpiece, highlighting one of the region’s most famous man-made landmarks. Red, orange, and amber autumn foliage dots the midground, infusing the scene with warmth and creating a compelling contrast against the dark cliffs. The lower left corner features the work’s title, the artist’s signature, and seal. The print is pencil-numbered 150/200 (limited edition), with vertical inscriptions on the right reading "Shōwa Jinen Year (昭和壬戌年)". Due to age, the paper exhibits slight yellowing and minor creases, but the overall condition remains excellent. This woodblock print is sold unframed; the framed images are for display purposes only. Artist Biography Tokuriki Tomikichiro (徳力富吉郎) was born into a prominent Kyoto artistic family, the 12th generation of a lineage tasked with painting for Nishi Hongan-ji Temple. He graduated from Kyoto City’s leading art colleges, studying under renowned masters Tsuchida Bakusen and Hiratsuka Un’ichi. In 1929, he dedicated himself to woodblock printmaking, co-founding the Kyoto Creative Print Association and contributing to influential early print magazines like Ban and Popular Prints. Tokuriki established Matsukyu Publishing and its subsidiary Kōrosha, publishing his own works and supporting fellow artists. He also taught internationally, playing a key role in popularizing Japanese printmaking worldwide. Known for his distinct style, his works often depict Kyoto’s landscapes and religious themes. Many are held in permanent collections of major institutions, including the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (USA). - The picture is part of the description. The color of the item may be slightly different from the picture (due to camera and screen settings). - The successful bidder will be responsible for any customs duties and taxes (if applicable). - This item will be mailed by the postal service of Taiwan in the form of airmail with insurance attached.