Arare - Akiyama Iwao - Japonia

Arare 霰 (あられ)｜Akiyama Iwao 秋山巌 (あきやまいわお)\n\nThis is a work from the series based on the haiku poems of Taneda Santoka by Akiyama Iwao.\nThe poem carved into the work reads "Teppatsu no naka he mo arare". Teppatsu refers to an iron or beggar's bowl held by mendicant monks to receive alms (rice or money).\nSantoka led a life of begging journey called "gyokotsu". This poem depicts a scene where, as he stood waiting for alms in the freezing cold of winter, hail fell relentlessly from the sky and bounced into his precious iron bowl.\nA red-eyed crow is depicted on the screen, creating a lyrical and familiar composition.\n\nArtist Profile:\nBorn in Oita Prefecture in 1921.\nWidely known for woodblock prints featuring haiku by the wandering poet Taneda Santoka.\nHeld numerous solo exhibitions in Japan and abroad, and gained popularity with a warm style depicting owls, cats, and Buddhas as motifs.\nPassed away in 2014.\n\nAccessories:\nNone\n\nDimensions & Weight:\n82.5 cm × 60.5 cm, 20 g\n\nTechnique:\nWoodblock print on Japanese paper\n\nSignatures:\nHand signed\n\nEdition:\nLimited edition 2/30\n\nConditions:\nGood condition\n\nShipping:\nWe will ship by EMS or DHL.\nItems are securely packed to ensure safe international delivery. Due to carrier requirements, larger packaging may be used when necessary.\n\nImport duties, VAT, and customs handling fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer.\n\nFor bidders in Italy: codice fiscale required.\nFor bidders in Portugal: NIF required.\nFor bidders in Spain: NIF required.