A black cat with its arms outstretched playfully against a golden background. Written above it in bold calligraphy are the words "千客万来 Senkyaku Banrai"—a traditional auspicious phrase that expresses hope for a steady stream of customers and continued prosperity. The black cat's adorable pose, reminiscent of a Maneki-neko(beckoning cat), its golden eyes, and the warm gold background are sure to bring bright, prosperous energy to your home. Technique: Original Japanese woodblock print Artist: Nishida Tadashige 西田忠重 (b 1942) Title: "Senkyaku Banrai 千客万来 B" (Flood of Customers) Edition N. 119/150 hand-signed with artist red seal Year: 2010 Nishida Tadashige (b. 1942) is a contemporary woodblock artist. The works of Nishida Tadashige are well made and have a high technical level - usually with luxury features like the background made with gold or silver pigments. Tadashige Nishida's woodblock prints come as limited editions of usually 150 or more copies, numbered, dated and signed by the artist. He is especially known for his prints of cats. He is a recognized contemporary woodblock print master in Japan, and his works are actively collected by Japanese and foreign collectors. Conditions: Good conditions, light stains please ref. pictures. Dimensions: Paper size: 453 x 311 mm Imagine size: 371 x 237 mm Shipment with tracking. We do combine shipments for woodblock prints, please have a look at our weekly selection of Japanese fine arts! Thank You! Arigatou