Nowake Fuji (A Strong Wind at Mt. Fuji )

Very bold stencil print "Nowake Fuji" (A Strong Wind at Mt. Fuji) is by Kan Kawada (1927-1999). Very striking print. Japanese title "Nowake Fuji", dated '84, sheet number 46/86, signed by hand on the bottom margin. Kan Kawada was originally "Katazome" (Stencil dyeing) artist, however, he created many beautiful stencil prints like this. He is well known artist specially outside Japan. Kawada's striking red color and dynamic composition are very attractive for his worldwide collectors. After his death (1999), his art prices went up quickly, also it is hard to find his small limited edition print. This print is only 86 limited edition.

Technique: Woodblock / Stencil print
Paper size: 22 and 3/4 inches by 9 inches (57.5 x 22.2 cm)
Image size: 16 and 1/4 inches by 5 and 1/2 inches (41 x 14 cm)
Sheet number 46/86
Date: 1984
Signed: Artist signed "Kan Kawada" by pencil on the bottom margin
Condition: Excellent condition.