An impressive scene of a red dragon on a beautiful gold metallic background. Technique: Original Japanese woodblock print Title: Dragon 9A Artist: Hajime Namiki (b1947) Hand-signed, numbered and titled by artist in pencil in the lower margin, including artist red seal. Limited: 34/300, in 2012 Japan Conditions: excellent conditions, (ink spots in the margin) Dimensions: Paper size 285 x 375 mm Dragon from the Zodiac is the only sign that does not represent real animal. Force and leadership for the people born under the dragon year. 2024 was a Dragon year (every 12 years). Hajime Namiki, a contemporary Master - 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. As an experienced sculptor, his carving technique on hard cherry wood allowed him to achieve the intricate details that few other woodblock artists could. In printing, Namiki used gold and silver leaf to add luminosity to his prints, an uncommon choice in this medium. His beautiful designs are printed on a gold or silver leaf laid over hand-made high quality Washi Torinoko paper, using oil-based pigments. 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. His prints are released in strictly limited editions, with the artist's signature, title, number, and date in pencil in the margin. Shipment with tracking we do combine shipments for woodblock prints, please have a look at our weekly selection of Japanese fine arts! Thanks you!