Cat’s Gaze – AP 4/20 – Hand-Signed Giclée - Toru Ishiyama (石山徹) - Ιαπωνία (χωρίς τιμή ασφαλείας)





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Cat’s Gaze του Toru Ishiyama είναι ένα χειρόγραφο giclée με υπογραφή, AP 4/20, σε άριστη κατάσταση, μέγεθος φύλλου 31,5 × 42,5 cm, περιορισμένη έκδοση.
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Toru Ishiyama (石山 徹) – “Cat’s Gaze” (猫のまなざし)
Giclée Print – Artist’s Proof AP 4/20 – Hand-Signed
Item Description
Toru Ishiyama (石山 徹) – “Cat’s Gaze” (猫のまなざし)
Giclée Print – Artist’s Proof AP 4/20 – Hand-Signed
A striking giclée print by Japanese artist Toru Ishiyama, featuring an intensely observed portrait of a cat rendered in intricate monochrome detail.
Entitled “Cat’s Gaze” (猫のまなざし), the work immediately draws the viewer toward the animal’s penetrating eyes. The slightly lowered ears, concentrated expression and direct frontal composition create a remarkable sense of tension and presence, as though the cat were looking directly back at the viewer.
One of the most compelling qualities of the work is its extraordinarily detailed treatment of the subject. Countless fine marks describe the direction and texture of the fur, while carefully controlled contrasts of black, grey and the untouched paper create depth and volume throughout the face.
The eyes are particularly impressive. Reflections, pupils and surrounding fine details are rendered with great precision, producing a vivid sense of alertness and character.
Although highly realistic, the work goes beyond straightforward animal portraiture. The tightly focused composition emphasizes the cat’s individual personality—its alertness, independence and quiet intensity—giving the image a psychological presence that makes it particularly engaging.
The monochrome palette also gives the work a strong graphic quality. From a distance, the face and gaze create an immediate visual impact; at close range, the viewer can appreciate the dense network of fine lines and subtle tonal variations that construct the fur and facial features.
The work is a giclée print, a fine-art digital printing process particularly well suited to reproducing intricate lines and delicate tonal transitions.
At the lower left, the sheet is marked:
AP 4/20
AP denotes Artist’s Proof, a designation traditionally used for impressions reserved for the artist separately from the regular numbered edition.
The lower right bears the artist’s handwritten signature “Toru Ishiyama.”
Provenance / Authenticity
This particular work was acquired from a Japanese art seller who explicitly guaranteed the work as authentic at the time of sale. The original sales description stated that a return and refund would be provided if the work were determined not to be authentic by a recognized public appraisal institution.
The sheet itself bears the handwritten “Toru Ishiyama” signature at the lower right and the handwritten “AP 4/20” notation at the lower left.
Please note that no separate Certificate of Authenticity accompanies the present lot.
The exact year of production is not indicated on the sheet and is therefore unknown.
Condition
The work has been kept unframed and unused as part of a private collection.
It remains in excellent overall condition. No significant stains, tears or major creases are visible. As this is a previously stored paper artwork, very minor signs of age or storage may be present.
This lot consists of the unframed sheet only; no frame is included.
Numerous close-up photographs are provided so that the fine printing, paper surface, signature, AP notation and overall condition can be carefully examined. Please consider all photographs an integral part of the description.
A distinctive work for collectors of contemporary Japanese prints, as well as admirers of cats, animal portraiture and highly detailed monochrome art.
Size
Sheet size: approx. 31.5 × 42.5 cm
Weight
Artist Profile
Toru Ishiyama (石山 徹) is a Japanese artist associated with finely detailed representations of animals, particularly cats and dogs.
His animal imagery is characterized by meticulous observation and intricate monochrome rendering. Particular attention is given to details such as the direction and density of fur, reflections within the eyes and subtle changes in expression.
Rather than treating animals simply as decorative motifs, Ishiyama’s work focuses on their individual presence and character. The gaze and posture of the subject often become central elements of the composition, creating a strong visual relationship between the depicted animal and the viewer.
His detailed imagery has also been presented through giclée printing, a fine-art digital printing process capable of reproducing delicate lines and subtle tonal variations with high precision. The technique is particularly well suited to the densely detailed monochrome character of works such as Cat’s Gaze.
Shipping Information
The item will be shipped from Japan with a tracking number.
Depending on the destination country and international postal conditions, we will use one of the following carriers: Japan Post, FedEx, Japan Post UGX, DHL, or Yamato Transport (UPS).
Therefore, depending on the destination country, shipping costs may be set slightly higher than usual in order to maintain reliable and safe delivery. Thank you for your understanding in advance.
The usual estimated delivery time is approximately 1–2 weeks, but this may vary depending on customs clearance, local postal and delivery conditions, and other circumstances.
Depending on the destination and applicable regulations, VAT may be collected by Catawiki at the time of purchase. Any import duties, VAT, customs clearance fees, or other charges not collected by Catawiki will be the responsibility of the buyer.
The item will be carefully packed to ensure safe delivery. To help protect the environment, recycled cardboard boxes and reused packing materials may be used.
Where safety can be ensured, lightweight packaging may also be used to reduce shipping costs.
Due to the current international postal situation in the Middle East, Japan Post has currently suspended shipments to Cyprus. Therefore, shipments to Cyprus will be sent using a carrier other than Japan Post.
Please refer to the shipping rate table for each country and region.
If you have any requests regarding the shipping carrier, such as “Please do not use this carrier” or “I prefer this carrier,” please feel free to let us know.
We will accommodate your request whenever possible.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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Toru Ishiyama (石山 徹) – “Cat’s Gaze” (猫のまなざし)
Giclée Print – Artist’s Proof AP 4/20 – Hand-Signed
Item Description
Toru Ishiyama (石山 徹) – “Cat’s Gaze” (猫のまなざし)
Giclée Print – Artist’s Proof AP 4/20 – Hand-Signed
A striking giclée print by Japanese artist Toru Ishiyama, featuring an intensely observed portrait of a cat rendered in intricate monochrome detail.
Entitled “Cat’s Gaze” (猫のまなざし), the work immediately draws the viewer toward the animal’s penetrating eyes. The slightly lowered ears, concentrated expression and direct frontal composition create a remarkable sense of tension and presence, as though the cat were looking directly back at the viewer.
One of the most compelling qualities of the work is its extraordinarily detailed treatment of the subject. Countless fine marks describe the direction and texture of the fur, while carefully controlled contrasts of black, grey and the untouched paper create depth and volume throughout the face.
The eyes are particularly impressive. Reflections, pupils and surrounding fine details are rendered with great precision, producing a vivid sense of alertness and character.
Although highly realistic, the work goes beyond straightforward animal portraiture. The tightly focused composition emphasizes the cat’s individual personality—its alertness, independence and quiet intensity—giving the image a psychological presence that makes it particularly engaging.
The monochrome palette also gives the work a strong graphic quality. From a distance, the face and gaze create an immediate visual impact; at close range, the viewer can appreciate the dense network of fine lines and subtle tonal variations that construct the fur and facial features.
The work is a giclée print, a fine-art digital printing process particularly well suited to reproducing intricate lines and delicate tonal transitions.
At the lower left, the sheet is marked:
AP 4/20
AP denotes Artist’s Proof, a designation traditionally used for impressions reserved for the artist separately from the regular numbered edition.
The lower right bears the artist’s handwritten signature “Toru Ishiyama.”
Provenance / Authenticity
This particular work was acquired from a Japanese art seller who explicitly guaranteed the work as authentic at the time of sale. The original sales description stated that a return and refund would be provided if the work were determined not to be authentic by a recognized public appraisal institution.
The sheet itself bears the handwritten “Toru Ishiyama” signature at the lower right and the handwritten “AP 4/20” notation at the lower left.
Please note that no separate Certificate of Authenticity accompanies the present lot.
The exact year of production is not indicated on the sheet and is therefore unknown.
Condition
The work has been kept unframed and unused as part of a private collection.
It remains in excellent overall condition. No significant stains, tears or major creases are visible. As this is a previously stored paper artwork, very minor signs of age or storage may be present.
This lot consists of the unframed sheet only; no frame is included.
Numerous close-up photographs are provided so that the fine printing, paper surface, signature, AP notation and overall condition can be carefully examined. Please consider all photographs an integral part of the description.
A distinctive work for collectors of contemporary Japanese prints, as well as admirers of cats, animal portraiture and highly detailed monochrome art.
Size
Sheet size: approx. 31.5 × 42.5 cm
Weight
Artist Profile
Toru Ishiyama (石山 徹) is a Japanese artist associated with finely detailed representations of animals, particularly cats and dogs.
His animal imagery is characterized by meticulous observation and intricate monochrome rendering. Particular attention is given to details such as the direction and density of fur, reflections within the eyes and subtle changes in expression.
Rather than treating animals simply as decorative motifs, Ishiyama’s work focuses on their individual presence and character. The gaze and posture of the subject often become central elements of the composition, creating a strong visual relationship between the depicted animal and the viewer.
His detailed imagery has also been presented through giclée printing, a fine-art digital printing process capable of reproducing delicate lines and subtle tonal variations with high precision. The technique is particularly well suited to the densely detailed monochrome character of works such as Cat’s Gaze.
Shipping Information
The item will be shipped from Japan with a tracking number.
Depending on the destination country and international postal conditions, we will use one of the following carriers: Japan Post, FedEx, Japan Post UGX, DHL, or Yamato Transport (UPS).
Therefore, depending on the destination country, shipping costs may be set slightly higher than usual in order to maintain reliable and safe delivery. Thank you for your understanding in advance.
The usual estimated delivery time is approximately 1–2 weeks, but this may vary depending on customs clearance, local postal and delivery conditions, and other circumstances.
Depending on the destination and applicable regulations, VAT may be collected by Catawiki at the time of purchase. Any import duties, VAT, customs clearance fees, or other charges not collected by Catawiki will be the responsibility of the buyer.
The item will be carefully packed to ensure safe delivery. To help protect the environment, recycled cardboard boxes and reused packing materials may be used.
Where safety can be ensured, lightweight packaging may also be used to reduce shipping costs.
Due to the current international postal situation in the Middle East, Japan Post has currently suspended shipments to Cyprus. Therefore, shipments to Cyprus will be sent using a carrier other than Japan Post.
Please refer to the shipping rate table for each country and region.
If you have any requests regarding the shipping carrier, such as “Please do not use this carrier” or “I prefer this carrier,” please feel free to let us know.
We will accommodate your request whenever possible.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

