Jogen no Tsuki (M) Ao 上弦の月（M）青（じょうげんのつき（M）あお）｜Tanaka Yoshikazu 田中喜一（たなかよしかず） “Jogen no Tsuki (M) Ao” is a woodblock print by Tanaka Yoshikazu, an artist known for his lifelong focus on the transformation of trees and the spiritual forces embedded in nature. Rather than depicting trees as simple elements of landscape, Tanaka approaches them as living entities shaped by time, light, and unseen energies. His creative philosophy is rooted in spirituality, guided by ideas of divine revelation and the quiet guidance of nature. He has often found resonance with the sacred structure of Bach’s chorales and the flowing dynamism of Vivaldi’s string compositions, translating musical rhythm and inner tension into visual form. In this work, the motif of the waxing moon is intertwined with the presence of trees, evoking growth, anticipation, and inner strength. The restrained color palette and precisely carved woodblock technique emphasize texture and rhythm, allowing the silent vitality of the natural world to emerge with clarity and depth. Produced in an exceptionally limited edition of only 20 impressions, this print is extremely rare, with very limited availability on the market. The work is pencil-signed by the artist and numbered 3/20, clearly confirming its authenticity and strong collector appeal. A quiet yet powerful composition, “Jogen no Tsuki (M) Ao” represents a mature and highly concentrated expression of Tanaka Yoshikazu’s artistic vision and is a compelling acquisition for collectors of serious Japanese modern and contemporary prints. --- Artist Profile 1933 Born in Kyoto, Japan 1978 Began producing copperplate and woodblock prints 1981 Participated in an art exhibition in Australia 1983 Participated in an art exhibition in Spain From 1992 Held numerous solo exhibitions at department stores and galleries throughout Japan --- Accessories None --- Dimensions & Weight Image size 68.3 × 38.5 cm Total size including accessories 68.3 × 38.5 × 0.1 cm Weight 55 g --- Technique & Condition Woodblock print on paper Pencil signed Edition 3/20 Created between 1990 and 2000 Condition excellent --- Shipping Shipping via Japan Post EMS from Japan. Items are securely packed to ensure safe international delivery. Please note that I can ship only to countries where EMS delivery from Japan is available. For bidders in the United States: Please be aware that additional import duties or tariffs may be applied by U.S. Customs, and the amounts can be significantly high depending on the item and the current regulations. If you choose to place a bid, please do so with full understanding of the possible customs charges. Import duties, VAT, and customs handling fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer.