Sadamasa Motonaga (1922–2011) - Abstract Composition

Sadamasa Motonaga – Abstract Composition – Silkscreen

Description

This is an original silkscreen print by Sadamasa Motonaga (1922–2011), one of the most prominent members of the historic Japanese avant-garde group, the Gutai Art Association. Motonaga is internationally celebrated for his distinctive artistic style, which combines playful, organic abstraction with vivid colour fields and humorous, poetically ambiguous forms.

The artwork features a striking composition with a rich red form set against a subtle blue-to-white gradient background, complemented by Motonaga’s signature whimsical, character-like elements.

The lower margin bears the artist’s handwritten pencil signature, “S. Motonaga”, on the right and the edition number “367/500” on the left. An embossed publisher/printer’s blindstamp is also visible in the lower right margin of the sheet.

Artist

Sadamasa Motonaga (1922–2011) was a pivotal figure in post-war Japanese art and a leading member of the Gutai Art Association. His work has been exhibited extensively worldwide, including at the Venice Biennale and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, and is included in major public and private collections globally.

Technique

Silkscreen (serigraphy) on paper.

Artwork Details

Artist: Sadamasa Motonaga (1922–2011)
Title: Abstract Composition (title unknown)
Year: Not indicated on the artwork
Technique: Silkscreen (serigraphy)
Edition: 367/500
Signature: Hand-signed in pencil by the artist “S. Motonaga” (lower right); publisher/printer’s blindstamp in the margin
Artwork size: Not indicated on the artwork
Image size: Approximately 10.0 × 10.0 cm
Sheet size: Not indicated on the artwork
Framed size: Approximately 25.0 × 18.5 cm

Condition

The artwork is generally in good condition, with minor signs of age consistent with its period.

There is one visible stain on the artwork. No other significant condition issues have been noted.

Please carefully refer to all detailed photographs, particularly the images showing the stained area, to assess the exact condition of the piece.

Framing

Framed. The frame shows light signs of handling and storage consistent with age.

Shipping and Import Information

We will ship by EMS.

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