Technique: Original woodblock print Artist: Hajime Namiki (b 1947) Titled: "Fuji-1" ふじ-1 (Wisteria-1) Signed and numbered by artist 225/300 Japan - 2009 "A master of natural Silence" Size within the margin: 400 x 130 mm Full paper size : 465 x 205 mm This work is in very good condition. Very rich colors and pigment. A Contemporary Master - Hajime Namiki was born in 1947 in Tokyo. Although originally trained as a sculptor, he began making wood block prints in 1978. He carves his own blocks and prints each work using traditional methods. These beautiful prints are printed on a gold or silver leaf laid over Torinoko paper. Namiki also uses oil-based paints rather than the more common use of watercolors. Namiki's most famous and striking subjects are his nature scenes. Fascinated by trees, he has masterfully captured their majesty and beauty in a modern style with traditional methods. Namiki's prints were released in strictly limited editions and are numbered in pencil in the margins. Namiki signs, titles, numbers, and dates them in pencil. Condition : This work is in good condition. Never been framed. Litle rub in the upper margin. Not in the print. beautiful high quality metallic gold pigment for the background. This really compliments the blue flowers of the wisteria. Very peaceful images. The print will be send between hardboard and carton plates to prevent any damage in transport. Sending worldwide, insured with tracking post.