Technique: Etching Artist: Emi Satō 佐藤恵美 (b 1973) Titled: "Sleep" Signed and numbered by the artist 14/50 Japan Condition : Mint condition. Good size for framing. Full paper size : 230 x 190 mm "A Velvety Slumber. Masterful Mezzotint Cat by Emi Sato." This is an exquisite original print by the highly acclaimed contemporary Japanese printmaker Emi Sato. She is famous worldwide for her incredibly lifelike and atmospheric portraits of cats. The title of this piece is "Nemuri" (Sleep). [The Art & Technique: Mezzotint] Velvety Blacks: This artwork was created using the highly demanding Mezzotint technique. Mezzotint is beloved by print collectors for its ability to produce rich, velvety, deep blacks and the softest, most delicate gradations of light. Masterful Details: The soft lighting perfectly captures the peaceful face of the sleeping cat, emphasizing the incredibly fine details of its fur and whiskers. about the artist : Born : 1973 Chiba , JAPAN Education : Junior College of Musashino Art University Exhibitions : 1996 International Miniature Print Exhibition , England 2000(1999) British International Miniature Print Exhibition 1997- Solo Exhibition , Tokyo 2022 - making exclusive work for kyotoprints.com The print will be send between hardboard and carton plates to prevent any damage in transport. Sending nearly worldwide, insured with tracking post.