Title: Sankyo (山峡, Mountain Gorge) Technique: Woodcut print Artist: Shimoda Yoshihiro (下田義寛，b.1940) Hand-signed by the artist in pencil, with artist’s seal Limited edition number 175/225 marked in pencil Paper size: 52 × 43 cm (20.5 × 16.9 in) Image size: 45 × 37.5 cm (17.7 × 14.8 in) Portfolio size: 58 × 45 cm (22.8 × 17.7 in) Material: Echizen Nagashi Housho Washi (越前生漉奉書和紙) Carver: Bunju Reizo (文寿礼三) Printer: Sato Kanjirō (佐藤勘次郎) Period: Heisei 4 (1992) This is an original limited-edition woodcut print Sankyo (山峡, Mountain Gorge) by renowned Japanese printmaker Shimoda Yoshihiro. It is number 175 out of a total limited edition of 225 impressions. Produced with 16 printing blocks, 86 print runs and 3 applications of gold foil stamping. Produced by Geisaido (芸帅堂), published by Hokushin Gallery (北辰画廊). Shimoda Yoshihiro is an important print artist of Japan’s Heisei era. He specialises in woodcut depictions of nature and wild creatures, highly respected among collectors of modern Japanese prints. *Sankyo (山峡)* depicts a mountain gorge under the full moon. A stag, the sacred messenger of mountain deities in Shinto belief, stands in the foreground. A large luminous full moon dominates the background, with a bird flying among bare tree branches. The stag symbolises purity and the sacred spirit of nature; the full moon represents wholeness and eternity; the flying bird signifies transcendence and freedom. Together they convey the wabi-sabi concept of harmony between humanity and nature, creating a serene and ethereal night scene of the wilderness. Created using multi-block colour woodcut combined with three applications of gold foil stamping, the artwork has rich layers and a profound atmosphere. Titled vertically “Sankyo (山峡)” on the left margin. Hand-numbered in pencil “175/225” at the lower left. Hand-signed “Yoshihiro (義寛)” with red artist seal at the lower right. Comes with original linen portfolio, outer cardboard box and a colophon sheet (奥付), which records full technical data, craftsmen and publication information. Echizen Nagashi Housho handmade washi paper, retaining its natural hand-laid deckle edge. The paper has an inherent watermark, visible only when held up to light. Total weight including portfolio and packaging: approx. 2000g. Due to age, the paper shows natural toning and yellowing, with minor foxing spots. No tears or repairs. The portfolio and outer box show signs of age and accumulated dust. Overall condition is good for its age. Shipping Notice Due to postal service adjustments, Taiwan Post EMS will suspend parcel deliveries to the below regions effective March 10, 2026: United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Israel, Pakistan, Maldives, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan, Oman, Kuwait, Jordan, Lebanon, Greece, Egypt, Morocco. Bidders based in the listed areas are kindly asked not to place bids. Additional note: Delivery to Italy takes roughly 6–7 days. Customs or courier staff may contact you to complete clearance procedures. Please reply promptly, as delayed responses may lead to the package being returned to sender. You may speed up the clearance process by contacting the customs office directly via: dogane.malpensa.urp@agenziadogane.it Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. - The photographs form part of the item description. The actual colour of the artwork may differ slightly from the photos due to camera hardware and screen display 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.