- Tateyama to Raichō (Mount Tate and Japanese Rock Ptarmigan) -

The exquisite etching print 'Tateyama to Raichō' (Mount Tate and Japanese Rock Ptarmigan) by Kaoru Saitō is a truly beautiful. This stunning etching print beautifully captures the delicate presence of a Japanese rock ptarmigan on the snow-covered slopes of Mount Tate in winter. The graceful bird stands upon a rugged rock, its pure white feathers blending seamlessly with the serene, icy landscape. The contrast between light and shadow is simply breathtaking, evoking a sense of tranquility and wonder.

The Raichō, or Japanese Rock Ptarmigan, is a rare and precious relic of the Ice Age. Revered as a Special Natural Monument of Japan, it inhabits only the alpine grasslands and dwarf forests of the Northern and Southern Japanese Alps. Because it thrives in such a fragile, high-mountain environment, it faces the ever-present threat of extinction. In summer, its plumage shifts to a harmonious blend of brown and white, mirroring the rocky terrain. But in winter, it transforms into a vision of pure white, perfectly camouflaged against the snow-covered peaks—an enduring symbol of nature’s quiet resilience and beauty.

Technique: Mezzotint etching
Paper size: 17 and 1/4 inches by 20 and 1/4 inches (44 x 51 cm)
Image size: 11 and 3/4 inches by 14 and 3/8 inches (30 x 36.5 cm)
Sheet number: 52/123
Date: 1994
Signed: Pencil signed by the artist
Condition: Excellent condition. 

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