Jōnangū (城南宮) - Ido Masao 井堂雅夫 (1945-2016) - Japon (Sans prix de réserve)

Description de l’article :

This is a beautiful Japanese woodblock print by renowned artist Masao Ido (井堂雅夫), titled Jōnangū (城南宮) from the Raku-nan Jūkei (洛南十景 – "Ten Scenic Views of Southern Kyoto") series.
The artwork vividly captures a serene Heian-period scene with aristocrats engaging in kyokusui-no-en (曲水の宴), a traditional poetry-writing event held by a winding stream, beneath a lush canopy of trees.
The figures are dressed in elegant court robes, and the setting is rendered in vibrant, harmonious colors, demonstrating Ido’s refined composition and attention to seasonal atmosphere.
This print is a fine example of contemporary shin-hanga woodblock artistry, blending traditional subject matter with modern printing techniques.

Dimensions:
Mount Size: Approx. 35 × 42 cm
Print Size: Approx. 26 × 36 cm

Artist Profile:
Masao Ido (井堂雅夫, 1945–2016) was a renowned Japanese woodblock print artist recognized for his tranquil landscapes and vibrant colors.
Born in Manchuria and later based in Kyoto, he studied traditional Japanese painting before mastering woodblock printing.
Ido’s works often depict serene scenes from Kyoto, imbued with subtle emotion and seasonal ambiance.
He exhibited internationally and trained numerous apprentices, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of modern Japanese printmaking.

Manufacturer / Publisher
This woodblock print was published by Kaneido (歓栄堂), a Japanese publisher associated with the production of modern woodblock prints.
Kaneido published works by Masao Ido and contributed to presenting his distinctive Kyoto landscapes to collectors and art enthusiasts.
The publisher’s mark is visible in the left margin of the print.

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