Title: Bamboo Shoot (竹笋) Artist: Kiyoshi Tanaka (田中清，b. 1947) Medium: Woodblock print Signature: Hand-signed in pencil, with red artist's seal (hanko) in the lower right margin Edition: Limited edition, pencil-numbered 30/13 Paper size: 18.5 × 13.5 cm (7.3 × 5.3 in) Image size: 15.5 × 10.5 cm (6.1 × 4.1 in) Frame size: 27.5 × 22.5 cm (10.8 × 8.9 in) Paper: Washi (和紙) This exquisite black-and-white woodblock print was crafted in 1982 by Kiyoshi Tanaka (田中清), a leading contemporary Japanese artist of the Sōsaku Hanga (Creative Print) movement. He personally oversees the entire creative process—from initial design and woodblock carving to hand-printing—upholding the movement’s core ethos of artistic autonomy.His works are celebrated for technical purity and distilled poetic expression, solidifying his reputation as an artist of notable academic standing in contemporary Japanese printmaking. At the center of the composition, a dense black form depicts a bamboo shoot emerging from the earth, radiating upward vitality. Surrounding it, delicate white lines render layers of bamboo leaves in a dynamic, rhythmic pattern, creating a bold visual contrast. The work conveys a quiet yet powerful sense of resilience and natural life, embodying both Eastern artistic philosophy and the graphic tension of modern printmaking. The print is hand-signed in pencil by the artist in the lower right margin, dated "1982" and numbered "30/13", with a red artist's seal (hanko) confirming its authenticity as an original work. The piece is presented in a solid wood frame (without glass), which shows signs of wear including scuffs and dents.Due to its age, the washi paper exhibits natural yellowing from oxidation, though the overall condition is good. Note: Delivery to Italy takes approximately 6–7 days. Customs or the courier may contact you for customs clearance. Kindly reply promptly, as delays may result in the package being returned. Contacting them directly can help speed up the process: dogane.malpensa.urp@agenziadogane.it Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. - 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.