Deep Sleep - Yoshitoshi Mori/森義利 - Japan

This work, titled “Deep Sleep,” is a Kappazuri (traditional Japanese stencil print) by Yoshitoshi Mori, an artist widely recognized for his distinctive use of this traditional printing technique.

Kappazuri is a Japanese stencil-printing method in which color is applied through cut templates, creating bold color fields, decorative qualities, and expressive visual clarity. Mori became especially known for adapting this traditional technique into a modern and highly recognizable artistic language.

In this composition, the rounded figure and flowing forms create a quiet and intimate atmosphere. The striking contrast of red, black, and white gives the image visual strength, while the enclosed posture evokes calmness, introspection, and peaceful rest.

Mori’s characteristic use of simplified lines and decorative color composition creates a refined balance between abstraction and human expression. The work conveys both serenity and vitality, inviting the viewer into a contemplative and dreamlike space.

Presented in a frame, this artwork offers strong decorative appeal and will make an elegant addition to a collection or interior setting. A handwritten signature and edition number are visible within the composition.