T. Tokuriki • Rakushisha · Pencil-signed · Kyoto modern hanga 1980s - Japan - 20th century
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Original 20th‑century Nishiki-e woodblock print by Tokuriki Tomikichirō, titled Rakushisha, pencil-signed, Kyoto modern hanga, c. 1980s, measuring 27.5 × 24.5 cm and coming from a private collection.
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Artist: Tokuriki Tomikichirō (徳力富吉郎, 1902–2000)
Title: Rakushisha (落柿舎) — "The Hut of Fallen Persimmons," Saga, Kyoto
Date: c. 1980s (late Shōwa)
Edition: Hand-signed by the artist in pencil
Format: Shikishi-ban (near-square sheet), approx. 27.5 × 24.5 cm
Technique: Nishiki-e (colour woodblock) on washi
Condition: Excellent!
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About the print
Rakushisha stands in Sagano, at the western edge of Kyoto near Arashiyama. It is one of the most important sites in the history of haiku. It was the retreat of Mukai Kyorai (1651–1704), one of Matsuo Bashō's closest disciples. The name comes from an anecdote Kyorai told himself: he had sold the fruit of the persimmon trees around his hut to a merchant, and a storm brought the whole crop down overnight before it could be picked. Bashō stayed at Rakushisha in the early summer of 1691 and wrote his Saga nikki (Saga Diary) there. Later poets revered the hut as a place of pilgrimage. The present thatched building is a later reconstruction and is still open to visitors today, with a straw raincoat and hat hung by the entrance to show whether the owner is at home.
Tokuriki Tomikichirō came from a Kyoto family of painters who had served the Hongan-ji for twelve generations. Views of his native city were the core of his work for more than fifty years, from the pre-war sets published by Uchida to his own post-war publishing house, Matsukyū. This impression is signed by hand in pencil.
Seller's Story
I've been collecting Japanese woodblock prints for quite a while now — everything from classic ukiyo-e to shin-hanga and sōsaku-hanga. What started as a personal passion eventually turned into something more, and these days I source prints from auctions, galleries, and private collections across Japan and Europe.
With growing worldwide interest in Japanese woodblock prints, gallery prices have been climbing steadily. My goal is simple: offer high-quality, authentic prints at reasonable prices. I'm picky about what I sell — I look for pieces that have been stored properly, kept flat, and are free from serious foxing, stains, or damage.
I'm based in Germany, which means EU buyers won't deal with any import duties or taxes. For US buyers, original artworks under HS code 9702 are duty-free as well. And wherever you are, I pack everything carefully with multiple layers of protection so your print arrives safely.
If you have questions about a piece, just reach out. You will get access to contact me once you've won an item from my lots.
Artist: Tokuriki Tomikichirō (徳力富吉郎, 1902–2000)
Title: Rakushisha (落柿舎) — "The Hut of Fallen Persimmons," Saga, Kyoto
Date: c. 1980s (late Shōwa)
Edition: Hand-signed by the artist in pencil
Format: Shikishi-ban (near-square sheet), approx. 27.5 × 24.5 cm
Technique: Nishiki-e (colour woodblock) on washi
Condition: Excellent!
______________________________________________________
About the print
Rakushisha stands in Sagano, at the western edge of Kyoto near Arashiyama. It is one of the most important sites in the history of haiku. It was the retreat of Mukai Kyorai (1651–1704), one of Matsuo Bashō's closest disciples. The name comes from an anecdote Kyorai told himself: he had sold the fruit of the persimmon trees around his hut to a merchant, and a storm brought the whole crop down overnight before it could be picked. Bashō stayed at Rakushisha in the early summer of 1691 and wrote his Saga nikki (Saga Diary) there. Later poets revered the hut as a place of pilgrimage. The present thatched building is a later reconstruction and is still open to visitors today, with a straw raincoat and hat hung by the entrance to show whether the owner is at home.
Tokuriki Tomikichirō came from a Kyoto family of painters who had served the Hongan-ji for twelve generations. Views of his native city were the core of his work for more than fifty years, from the pre-war sets published by Uchida to his own post-war publishing house, Matsukyū. This impression is signed by hand in pencil.
Seller's Story
I've been collecting Japanese woodblock prints for quite a while now — everything from classic ukiyo-e to shin-hanga and sōsaku-hanga. What started as a personal passion eventually turned into something more, and these days I source prints from auctions, galleries, and private collections across Japan and Europe.
With growing worldwide interest in Japanese woodblock prints, gallery prices have been climbing steadily. My goal is simple: offer high-quality, authentic prints at reasonable prices. I'm picky about what I sell — I look for pieces that have been stored properly, kept flat, and are free from serious foxing, stains, or damage.
I'm based in Germany, which means EU buyers won't deal with any import duties or taxes. For US buyers, original artworks under HS code 9702 are duty-free as well. And wherever you are, I pack everything carefully with multiple layers of protection so your print arrives safely.
If you have questions about a piece, just reach out. You will get access to contact me once you've won an item from my lots.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
20th century
Country of Origin
Japan
Attribution
Original
Height
27.5 cm
Width
24.5 cm
Title of artwork
T. Tokuriki • Rakushisha · Pencil-signed · Kyoto modern hanga 1980s
Condition
Excellent condition
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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