Title: Sugimoto-dera (Kamakura, 杉本寺（鎌倉）) Artist: Noguchi Kunichi (野口邦一) Medium: Hand-carved paper artwork (Kirie, 切り絵) Artist's red seal Sheet Size: 40.5 × 29.8 cm (15.9 × 11.7 in) Backing Board Size: 47.3 × 36.3 cm (18.6 × 14.3 in) Support Material: Heavyweight black cardstock This is an original black-and-white hand-carved paper artwork (Kirie, 切り絵) by the Japanese artist Noguchi Kunichi (野口邦一), created circa 2000–2010. Executed entirely by hand with fine carving techniques on heavyweight black cardstock, the white areas of the composition are formed by precisely cut-out openwork, with distinct knife marks visible along the edges. The piece is a unique, one-of-a-kind original with no reproductions. The work depicts Sugimoto-dera Temple (杉本寺), a traditional Japanese wooden structure located in Kamakura (鎌倉). The artist employs crisp, precise lines to render the architectural details of the wooden framework and the texture of the thatched roof. The foreground features irregular block-like forms representing stone pavement, while the dotted openwork in the background evokes a night sky, creating an atmosphere of quiet serenity and historical depth. Stylistically concise and powerful, the artwork utilizes high-contrast black-and-white effects and dynamically structured lines to convey both the solid weight of the historic building and a calm poetic sensibility, achieving a harmonious balance of artistic expression and craftsmanship. The piece bears the artist’s red seal; the title and artist information are inscribed on the reverse. Condition: Due to the work’s age, the paper exhibits minor natural age-related yellowing and light soiling; overall, it remains in good condition. This artwork is sold unframed; the images merely show the effect after mounting and framing. - The picture is part of the description. The color of the item may be slightly different from the picture (due to camera and screen settings). - The successful bidder will be responsible for any customs duties and taxes (if applicable). - This item will be mailed by the postal service of Taiwan in the form of airmail with insurance attached.