Keifu 系譜(けいふ)｜Kuroyanagi Masataka 黒柳正孝(くろやなぎまさたか) Within the two-dimensional jet-black surface, wave-like swells and fluid forms are arranged through gradations of light. The artist describes it as "a figurative expression that accepts light within the darkness and stands still," capturing the moment when forms (genealogy) are created from an endless abyss. This copperplate print work, composed of countless "lines," demonstrates superb technique that magnificently expresses the different textures of cloth and walnut. Artist Profile: Born in Tokyo in 1961. After graduating from university, he refined his copperplate printing techniques and received high acclaim at major domestic print exhibitions. [Domestic Major Open Exhibitions] Shunyo-kai, Tokyo International Mini-Print Triennial, etc. [Overseas & International Exhibitions] Malaysia Rays Contemporary Print Exhibition, Norway International Print Triennial, print exhibitions in Canada (Edmonton, Vancouver), Japanese Artists Exhibition in Sweden (Stockholm), etc. 2011: Exhibited at the Japan-Belgium Print International Exchange Exhibition (Kyoto City University of Arts Gallery @KCUA) 2018: International Juror at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp, Belgium 2021: International Print Triennial in Krakow (Poland), Mexico-Japan Contemporary Print Exchange Exhibition 2022: The 11th GYOR International Drawing and Print Biennial Exhibition (Hungary) Accessories: None Dimensions & Weight: 35.7 x 52.2 cm 48 g Technique: Mezzotint on paper Signatures: Hand signed Edition: Limited edition (HC) Conditions: Excellent condition Shipping: We will ship by EMS or DHL. Items are securely packed to ensure safe international delivery. Due to carrier requirements, larger packaging may be used when necessary. Import duties, VAT, and customs handling fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer. For bidders in Italy: codice fiscale required. For bidders in Portugal: NIF required. For bidders in Spain: NIF required.