Kunio Kaneko (1949 - )
Kunio Kaneko was born in Tokyo in 1949. Kunio Kaneko graduated from the Musashino University of Fine Arts. His woodblocks are pressed by traditional Japanese Baren, not by a pressing machine. Some are monotypes; with some, he uses gold leaf on colored paper. He has had several solo shows in Tokyo, Kanagawa and one in the Westroom Gallery in New York. His works also has been part of group shows in Tokyo, Kyoto, Chiba and Kanagawa as well as in Seoul, Korea.
Boy's Geta
$ 35.00
A charming woodblock print "Boy's Geta" is by Kunio Kaneko. "Geta" is a traditional Japanese wooden clog for Kimono. Beautiful contrast and pretty colors.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 5 and 1/2 inches by 5 and 1/4 inches (14 x13.5 cm)
Image size: 4 and 1/2 inches in diameter (11cm)
Sheet number: 97/100
Date: 1998
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition.
Boy's Geta '05
$ 39.50
A charming woodblock print "Boy's Geta '05" is by Kunio Kaneko. "Geta" is a traditional Japanese wooden clog for Kimono. Beautiful contrast and pretty colors.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 6 inches by 5 inches (15 x12.5 cm)
Image size: 4 and 3/8 inches by 3 and 1/4 inches (11 x 8.2 cm)
Sheet number: 83/200
Date: 2005
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition.
Come Dancing #1/150
$ 125.00
Very elegant goldfish print "Come Dancing" is by Kunio Kaneko. Sheet number is 1/150. This print brings the very Japanese mood to your room.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 11 and 1/4 inches wide by 11 and 1/2 inches tall (28.5 x 29 cm)
Image size: 9 and 5/8 wide by 9 and 1/4ninches tall (24.5 x 23.5 cm)
Sheet number: 1/150
Date: 2016
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
Doobie Doobie Doo #1/151
$ 300.00
Lovely large Koi fish are swimming beautifully. This print is the largest Koi print I have ever seen. Absolutely striking impression. This print shows the more powerful movement of gorgeous Koi fish. Slightly embossed. Wonderful details, please notice even their whiskers. Sheet number is #1/151.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 28.5 inches wide by 11 inches tall. (72.3 x 28 cm)
Image size: 26 inches wide by 8 and 5/8 inches tall (66 x 22 cm)
Sheet number 1/151
Date 2011
Signed Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition Pristine condition
Girl's Geta '05
$ 39.50
A charming woodblock print "Girl's Geta '05" is by Kunio Kaneko. "Geta" is a traditional Japanese wooden clog for Kimono. Beautiful contrast and pretty colors.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 6 and 1/4 inches by 5 inches (16 x12.5 cm)
Image size: 4 and 3/8 inches by 3 and 1/4 inches (11 x 8.2 cm)
Sheet number: 101/200
Date: 2005
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition.
Go - Go - Happi Man #1/51
$ 75.00
This print shows Happi which is a traditional Japanese straight-sleeved coat usually made of cotton and imprinted with distinctive crest or lettering. (Kimono Jacket). Kanji on the back says "Ichiban" (No.1). Limited edition - hand signed of only 51 prints.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 1/4 inches wide by 7 and 7/8 inches tall (26 x 20 cm)
Image size: 8 and 3/8 inches wide by 6 inches tall (21 x 15 cm)
Sheet number: 1/51
Date: 2016
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
Go Go Koinobori (Taro)
$ 115.00
"Koinobori" is carp shaped flag. "Koi nobori" is most often see on "Tango-no-Sekku" (Boy's Festival) when a carp is flown for each son in the family, a very large one for the eldest, the others ranging down in size. "Taro" is most traditional Japanese male name.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 15 and 1/8 inches wide by 10 and 3/4 inches tall
Image size: 12 and 3/4 inches wide by 8 and 1/4 inches tall
Sheet number: 4/155
Date: 2008
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition.
Go!
$ 170.00
Very dramatic print. Kaneko's Koi and goldfish Prints are very attractive and most popular. Brilliant colors. Truly beautiful and elegant. Sheet number 1/151.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 11 and 1/4 inches by 13 and 1/4 inches tall (28.5 x 34 cm)
Image size: 8 and 3/4 inches by 10 and 7/8 inches tall (22.2 x 27.5 cm)
Sheet number: 1/151
Date: 2009
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
Happi Boy
$ 45.00
This print shows Happi which is a traditional Japanese straight-sleeved coat usually made of cotton and imprinted with distinctive crest or lettering. (Kimono Jacket). Kanji on the back says "Matsuri" (Festival). Very cute and cheerful print.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 7 and 1/8 inches wide by 6 and 5/8 inches tall (18 x 17 cm)
Image size: 5 and 1/2 inches wide by 5 inches tall (14 x 12.5 cm)
Sheet number: 149/200
Date: 1996
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
Happi Girl
$ 45.00
This print shows Happi which is a traditional Japanese straight-sleeved coat usually made of cotton and imprinted with distinctive crest or lettering. (Kimono Jacket). Kanji on the back says "Matsuri" (Festival). Very cute and cheerful print.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 7 and 1/8 inches wide by 6 and 5/8 inches tall (18 x 17 cm)
Image size: 5 and 1/2 inches wide by 5 inches tall (14 x 12.5 cm)
Sheet number: 147/200
Date: 1996
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
Happy - Go - Lucky 8 #1/51
$ 75.00
This print shows Happi which is a traditional Japanese straight-sleeved coat usually made of cotton and imprinted with distinctive crest or lettering. (Kimono Jacket). Kanji on the back says "Matsuri" (Festival). Limited edition - hand signed of only 51 prints.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 9 and 3/4 inches wide by 7 and 3/8 inches tall (24.6 x 18.7 cm)
Image size: 7 and 3/4 inches wide by 5 and 3/8 inches tall (19.8 x 13.7 cm)
Sheet number: 1/51
Date: 2016
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
Happy Kimono 4
$ 58.00
Beautiful Japanese woodblock print "Happy Kimono 4" is by Kunio Kaneko. This print shows a beautiful Japanese Kimono with bamboo motif. Very strong colors and wonderful contrast. Beautifully embossed.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 8 and 5/8 inches wide by 8 and 3/8 inches tall (22 x 21 cm)
Image size: 6 and 1/4 inches wide by 6 inches tall (16 x 15.5 cm)
Sheet number: 41/150
Date: 2004
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
Ichi - Ichi - Ichiban Viva Miami #1/51
$ 75.00
This print shows Happi which is a traditional Japanese straight-sleeved coat usually made of cotton and imprinted with distinctive crest or lettering. (Kimono Jacket). Kanji on the back says "Ichiban" (No.1). Limited edition - hand signed of only 51 prints.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 1/4 inches wide by 7 and 7/8 inches tall (26 x 20 cm)
Image size: 8 and 3/8 inches wide by 6 inches tall (21 x 15 cm)
Sheet number: 1/51
Date: 2016
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
Ichizen (Blue)
$ 70.00
This print shows a Japanese chop sticks for special occasion. (ceremony, party etc..) Kanji lettering on the paper cover says "Kotobuki" means congratulations. Very strong colors, typical ink bleed through, never framed. Beautifully embossed. Simple design brings very neat atmosphere.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 11 and 7/8 inches wide by 16 and 1/2 inches tall. (30 x 42 cm)
Sheet number: 20/200
Date: 1996
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition. A few minor pinpoint size ink spots on the margin which is almost not noticeable and will be easily matted out. Tape residue on top of verso.
Kumadori
$ 40.00
Fine Japanese woodblock print "Kumadori" is by Kunio Kaneko. This print shows a beautiful Japanese Kimono with "Kumadori "and Japanese Kanji lettering "Mai"(means dance). Kumadori" means Kabuki(stage) makeup (using exaggerated muscle and nerve lines to depict strong character).
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 6 and 1/4 inches wide by 7 and 1/4 inches tall (16 x 18.3 cm)
Image size: 4 and 5/8 inches wide by 5 and 1/2 inches tall (11.7 x 14 cm)
Sheet number: 92/150
Date: 2002
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition. Extremely faint ink spots (pinhead size) on the lower left margin which will be easily matted out. Please see the last picture.
Lady Green #1/200
$ 125.00
Beautiful tree print "Lady Green" is by Kunio Kaneko. Sheet number is 1/200. Very tranquil colors. This lovely print brings relaxation to your room.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 11 and 1/4 inches wide by 10 and 5/8 inches tall (28.5 x 27 cm)
Image size: 8 and 3/4 wide by 8 and 1/4ninches tall (22 x 21 cm)
Sheet number: 1/150
Date: 2018
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
Let Me Whisper #1/200
$ 65.00
Wonderful woodblock print "Let Me Whisper" is by Kunio Kaneko. This print shows one pair of beautiful Koi fish gracefully. Artist seal, Hand signed and titled in pencil by the artist. Kaneko's Koi and goldfish Prints are very attractive and most popular. Brilliant colors. Sheet number is 1/200.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 6 and 3/8 inches wide by 6 and 5/8 inches tall (16.2 x 16.8cm)
Image size: 4 and 3/4 inches wide by 5 inches tall (12 x 12.7cm)
Sheet number: 1/200
Date: 2016
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin
Condition: Pristine condition.
Lucky Kimono (Ai)
$ 50.00
This shows a beautiful Japanese Kimono. Kanji in Kimono says "Ai" means "LOVE". Very precious and lovely. Beautifully embossed.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 7 and 1/8 inches wide by 6 and 3/4 inches tall (18 x 17cm)
Image size: 5 and 1/4 inches wide by 5 and 1/8 inches tall (13.5 x 13 cm)
Sheet number: 23/250
Date: 2014
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
Matsuri 7 (Festival 7)
$ 99.00
This shows Japanese Jacket for festival (we call "Happi") and Japanese paper lantern for festival (we call "Chochin"). Both have Kanji lettering "Festival ". Beautiful contrast and strong colors are very impressive. Happy colors make you happy always.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 19 and 1/2 inches wide by 12 and 1/4 inches tall
Sheet number: 7/150
Date: 2005
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition.
Matsuri Chochin (Paper lantern for the festival)
$ 75.00
This shows a traditional Japanese paper lantern. Both Chochin lanterns have Kanji lettering "Festival ". Very eye catching print.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 7 and 7/8 inches wide by 13 and 3/8 inches tall (20 x 34 cm)
Image size: 5 and 1/2 inches wide by 10 and 3/4 inches tall (14 x 27 cm)
Sheet number: 141/150
Date: 2004
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition.
Matsuri Chochin 2 (Paper lantern for the festival -2)
$ 35.00
This cute little woodblock print "Matsuri Chochin 2" (Paper lantern for the festival -2) is by Kunio Kaneko. This shows a traditional Japanese paper lantern. A Chochin lantern has Kanji lettering "Festival ". Very eye-catching print.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 5 and 3/8 inches wide by 6 inches tall (13.7 x 15 cm)
Image size: 3 and 3/4 inches wide by 4 and 3/8 inches tall (9.5 x 11.2 cm)
Sheet number: 55/150
Date: 2004
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition.
Matsuri Chochin 3 (Paper lantern for the festival -3)
$ 35.00
This cute little woodblock print "Matsuri Chochin 3" (Paper lantern for the festival -3) is by Kunio Kaneko. This shows a traditional Japanese paper lantern. A Chochin lantern has Kanji lettering "Festival ". Very eye-catching print.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 4 and 3/4 inches wide by 5 and 3/4 inches tall (12 x 14.5 cm)
Image size: 3 and 3/4 inches wide by 4 and 3/8 inches tall (9.5 x 11.2 cm)
Sheet number: 16/100
Date: 2005
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition.
Misty Morning
$ 49.95
Special promotion
This is only 100 sheet limited edition print "Misty Morning" by Kunio Kaneko. Very poetic image with precious colors. Artist seal, Hand signed and titled in pencil by artist. Very strong colors, typical ink bleed through, never framed. All are in pristine condition with full margins, bold colors and never framed. Limited edition - hand signed of only 100 sheets. Do not miss out this kind of special released print. You can order your sheet number (2/100 - 20/100) which you want. Also if you wish, I can send picture of print which you wish. Please ask. Available sheet number is 2/100 - 20/100.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 7 and 3/4 inches wide by 7 inches tall. (19.5 x 17.6 cm)
Image size: 6 and 1/8 inches wide by 5 and 1/4 inches tall. (15.5 x 13.5 cm)
Sheet number: Available sheet number is 2/100 - 20/100
Date: 2012
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
Morning Light
$ 49.95
Special promotion
This is only 100 sheet limited edition print "Morning Light" by Kunio Kaneko. Very poetic image with precious colors. Artist seal, Hand signed and titled in pencil by artist. Very strong colors, typical ink bleed through, never framed. All are in pristine condition with full margins, bold colors and never framed. Limited edition - hand signed of only 100 sheets. Do not miss out this kind of special released print. You can order your sheet number (2/100 - 20/100) which you want. Also if you wish, I can send picture of print which you wish. Please ask. Available sheet number is 2/100 - 20/100.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 7 and 3/4 inches wide by 7 inches tall. (19.5 x 17.6 cm)
Image size: 6 and 1/8 inches wide by 5 and 1/4 inches tall. (15.5 x 13.5 cm)
Sheet number: Available sheet number is 2/100 - 20/100
Date: 2012
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
October Story #1/200
$ 125.00
Fabulous tree print "October Story" is by Kunio Kaneko. Sheet number is 1/200. Very tranquil colors. This beautiful tree print brings relaxation to your room.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 11 and 1/4 inches wide by 10 and 5/8 inches tall (28.5 x 27 cm)
Image size: 8 and 3/4 wide by 8 and 1/4ninches tall (22 x 21 cm)
Sheet number: 1/150
Date: 2018
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
Sensu 14
$ 45.00
Fine woodblock print "Sensu 14" is by Kunio Kaneko. This print shows a beautiful Japanese fan with a beautiful Japanese symbol "Mt, Fuji". In Japan it is said that red Fuji brings good luck. Absolutely beautiful.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 9 and 1/2 inches wide by 6 and 3/4 inches tall (24 x 17 cm)
Image size: 7 and 5/8 inches wide by 4 and 3/4 inches tall (19.3 x 12 cm)
Sheet number: 40/100
Date: 2003
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition. Minor paper crease on the bottom margin which will be easily matted out.
Sensu 18
$ 50.00
Very lovely print "Sensu 18" is by Kunio Kaneko. Beautiful gradient detail. Very pretty colors. Elegant Iris design on Japanese fan.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 9 and 1/2 inches by 6 and 3/4 inches (24 x 17 cm)
Image size: 7 and 3/4 inches by 4 and 3/4 inches (19.5 x 12 cm)
Sheet number: 68/100
Date: 2003
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition.
Sensu 9
$ 70.00
This shows a beautiful Japanese fan with a beautiful Japanese symbol "Mt, Fuji". In Japan it is said that red Fuji brings good luck. Absolutely beautiful.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 14 inches by 9 and 3/4 inches. (35.3 x 24.5cm)
Sheet number: 13/100
Date: 2001
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition.
September Story 2
$ 45.00
Little woodblock print "September Story 2" is by Kunio Kaneko. This print shows one pair of beautiful goldfish. Artist seal, Hand signed and titled in pencil by the artist. Kaneko's Koi and goldfish Prints are very attractive and most popular. Brilliant colors. Truly beautiful and elegant.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 5 and 1/8 inches wide by 6 and 1/8 inches tall (13 x 15.5 cm)
Image size: 3 and 1/2 x 4 and 1/2 inches (9 x 11.3cm)
Sheet number: 3/200
Date: 2008
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin
Condition: Pristine condition.
Summer Time 2
$ 99.95
Fabulous woodblock "Summer Time 2" is by Kunio Kaneko. Slightly embossed. The very neat atmosphere. This print shows the Japanese game "Kingyo - Sukui" in summer. "Kingyo - Sukui" Goldfish scooping is a traditional Japanese game in which a player scoops goldfish with a special scooper with very thin Japanese washi paper. It is easy to break when it gets wet. It is a very hard game. "Kingyo" means goldfish and "sukui" means scooping. Japanese summer festivals or ennichi commonly have a stall for this activity. Both children and adults enjoy the game. This game started in the late Edo period, around 1810. Today it is so popular that stalls can be found at many "summer festivals" in Japan.
This print is very large size print.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 18 and 1/2 inches wide by 18 and 1/8 inches tall (47 x 46 cm)
Image size: about 16 inches wide by 16 inches tall (40.5 x 40.5 cm)
Sheet number: 2/150
Date: 2012
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
Whisper Whisper 1
$ 100.00
Beautiful woodblock print "Whisper Whisper 1" is by Kunio Kaneko. This shows a beautiful Japanese Koi. This limited edition series is no longer being printed, now all 150 limited edition sheets are sold out.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 7 and 7/8 inches wide by 15 inches tall (20 x 38 cm)
Image size: 5 and 1/2 inches wide by 12 and 1/2 inches tall (14 x 32 cm)
Sheet number: AP
Date: 2004
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition.
Whisper Whisper 10
$ 80.00
This is one of Kaneko's popular series "Whisper Whisper" series.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 7 and 7/8 inches wide by 15 inches tall. (20 x 38 cm)
Sheet number: 2/151
Date: 2012
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition.
Whisper Whisper 7
$ 125.00
Very elegant Koi print "Whisper Whisper 7" is by Kunio Kaneko. This print brings a very Japanese mood to your room. Two carp swimming is a symbol of marriage. In Japan, the carp is also a symbol of perseverance and the will to win.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 12 and 1/4 inches wide by 12 and 1/4 inches tall (31 x 31 cm)
Image size: 9 and 3/4 inches diameter (24.5 cm diameter)
Sheet number: 5/151
Date: 2010
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
Whisper Whisper 9
$ 110.00
Lovely gorgeous Koi fish fits into the fan shape well. Truly elegant. Two carp swimming is a symbol of marriage. In Japan the carp is also a symbol of perseverance and the will to win.Very large size print.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 23 and 1/4 inches wide by 12 and 5/8 inches tall
Image size: 20 and 1/4 inches wide by 9 and 3/4 inches tall
Sheet number: 3/151
Date: 2012
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
White White Tree 2 #1/200
$ 125.00
Amazing tree print "White White Tree 2" is by Kunio Kaneko. Sheet number is 1/200. Absolutely beautiful colors. This magnificent print brings relaxation to your room.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 11 and 1/4 inches wide by 10 and 5/8 inches tall (28.5 x 27 cm)
Image size: 8 and 3/4 wide by 8 and 1/4ninches tall (22 x 21 cm)
Sheet number: 1/150
Date: 2018
Signed: Artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" by pencil on the bottom margin.
Condition: Pristine condition
