- Higashi Honganji Ame (RAIN IN HIGASHI-HONGANJI TEMPLE, KYOTO) -
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The wonderful woodblock print "Higashi Honganji Ame" (RAIN IN HIGASHI-HONGANJI TEMPLE, KYOTO) is by Takeji Asano. Published by Unsodo. Title "Higashi Honganji Ame" in Japanese on the left margin. The English title "RAIN IN HIGASHI-HONGANJI TEMPLE, KYOTO" on the bottom margin. Publisher's seal, caver's seal "Okura", printer's seal "Ichimura" on the right margin. First published in 1953 this is a later printing from original blocks. Very peaceful rainy scene.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 16 and 3/4 by 11 and 1/8 inches (41.5 x 28.2 cm)
Image size: 14 and 1/4 by 9 and 1/4 inches (36.3 x 23.5 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: Undated. First published in 1953, this is a later printing from original blocks.
Signed: Black Takeji signature in the lower-left corner of the image.
Condition: Pristine condition.
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- Iwakisan (Mt. Iwaki) -
$ 299.00
The beautiful woodblock print "Iwakisan" (Mt. Iwaki) is by Takeji Asano. The title "Iwakisan" and "Takeji ga, koku" (Designed and carved by Takeji) are in Japanese in the lower left corner of the image. A fine view of Mt. Iwaki with fresh colors.
Mt.Iwaki is a stratovolcano located in Aomori Prefecture. It is also called ”Tsugaru Fuji” because the shape is similar to Mt. Fuji.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 16 x 10 and 1/2 inches (40.5 x 27 cm)
Image size: 14 and 1/4 x 9 and 1/2 inches (36.5 x 24.3 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: 1960's
Signed: "Takeji ga, koku" (Designed and carved by Takeji) in the lower-left corner of the image,
Condition: Very good condition.
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- Kamigamo jinja yuki (Snow in Kamigamo Shrine, Kyoto) -
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Wonderful woodblock print "Kamigamo jinja yuki"(Snow in Kamigamo Shrine, Kyoto) is by Takeji Asano. Published by Unsodo. Unsodo seal and caver's seal "Okura", printer's seal "Morimitsu" in the left margin. First published in 1953, this is a later printing from the original blocks. Great composition and amazing contrast.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 11 by 16 inches (28 x 40.5 cm)
Image size: 9 and 3/8 by 14 and 3/8 inches (24 x 36.5 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: First published in 1953, this is a later printing from the original blocks.
Signed: Black Takeji signature in the lower right of the image.
Condition: Pristine condition.
Kamigamo Shrine
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- Kuramadera Haruiro (SPRING IN KURAMA TEMPLE) -
$ 149.00
The fabulous woodblock print "Kuramadera Haruiro" (Spring in Kurama Temple) is by Takeji Asano. Published by Unsodo. Unsodo seal and caver's seal "Okura", printer's seal "Kigoshi" in the left margin. First published in 1953 this is later printing from the original blocks. Absolutely wonderful colors and contrast.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 11 and 1/4 by 16 and 1/4 inches (28.5 x 41 cm)
Image size: 9 and 3/8 by 14 and 3/8 inches (24 x 36.5 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: Undated
Signed: Black Takeji signature in the lower left of the image.
Condition: Pristine condition. A typical printer's smudge on the right margin will be easily matted out.
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- Okujo no Mendori (Hen on the Roof) -
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The humorous woodblock print 'Okujo no Mendori' (Hen on the Roof) is by Takeji Asano. It features a unique black and white bird design. He freely distorted various animals, as well as people, creating a diverse range of images in his Sosaku Hanga (creative prints). This print is also a humorous artwork composed of simplified, bold forms and colors. It is block-signed 'T.a' in the lower right corner of the image. The Japanese title, the artist's signature in Japanese Kanji, the date, and the artist's signature in English are located in the bottom right margin. This modern print looks fantastic when placed in a black frame.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 5/8 x 16 and 1/8 inches (27 x 41 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: 1970
Signed: He hand-signed it in Japanese and English on the bottom margin.
Condition: In very good condition, except for the tape residues and stains on the corners and edges of the verso. The tape stains on the corners are visible from the front but can be easily matted out
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- Saga no Takeyabu (Bamboo Grove Of Saga) -
$ 149.00
The beautiful woodblock print "Saga no Takeyabu" (Bamboo Grove Of Saga) is by Takeji Asano. Published by Unsodo. Unsodo publisher's seal, printer's seal "Hirai", and carver's seal "Nagashima" on the lower left margin. Japanese title " Saga no Takeyabu" on the upper left margin. English title on the bottom margin. First published in 1952 (Showa 27 nen), this is a later printing from original blocks. Various green colors are very beautiful and refreshing.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 11 x 16 and 1/8 inches (28 x 41 cm)
Image size: 9 and 1/2 by 14 and 3/8 inches (24 x 36.5 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: Undated. First published in 1952 (Showa 27 nen), this is a later printing from original blocks
Signed: Black Takeji signature in the lower-left corner of the image.
Condition: Pristine condition. The faintest ink spot on the upper right corner (margin) which will be easily matted out.
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- Sanjusangen-do Ame (RAIN IN SANJUSANGENDO TEMPLE, KYOTO) -
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The wonderful woodblock print "Sanjusangen-do Ame" (RAIN IN SANJUSANGENDO TEMPLE, KYOTO) is by Takeji Asano. Published by Unsodo. Title "Sanjusangen-do Ame" in Japanese on the left margin. The English title "RAIN IN SANJYUSANGENDO TEMPLE, KYOTO" on the bottom margin. Publisher's seal, caver's seal "Okura", printer's seal "Shinmi" on the right margin. First published in 1953 this is a later printing from original blocks. Very peaceful rainy scene.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 15 and 7/8 by 10 and 3/4 inches (40.2 x 27.3 cm)
Image size: 14 and 1/4 by 9 and 3/8 inches (36 x 24 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: Undated. First published in 1953, this is a later printing from original blocks.
Signed: Black Takeji signature in the lower-left corner of the image.
Condition: Pristine condition. Typical printer's smudge on the left margin which will be matted out.
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- Sarusawaike (Sarusawa Pond) -
$ 450.00
Beautiful woodblock print "Sarusawaike" (Sarusawa Pond) is by Takeji Asano. This image is a very peaceful snow scene of the pagoda at Sarusawa pond in Nara. Published by Unsodo. Unsodo seal and caver's seal "Nagashima Michio", printer's seal "Shinmi Saburo" in the right margin. Extremely rare first edition. Wonderful details. Fine Bokashi shading.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 1/4 x 15 and 1/2 inches (26 x 39 cm)
Image size: 9 and 3/8 x 14 and 1/4 inches (23.7 x 36.2 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: First edition dated Showa 24 nen (1949)
Signed: Black Takeji signature in the lower right of the image. Red artist seal in the lower right corner.
Condition: Outstanding condition. Very faint ink smudge on the margins. Moderate toning with age on the margin as shown.
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- Shinnyo-do Ame (RAIN IN SHINNYODO) -
$ 149.00
The splendid woodblock print "Shinnyo-do Ame"(RAIN IN SHINNYODO) is by Takeji Asano. Published by Unsodo. Publisher's seal, the caver's seal "Nagashima", and the printer's seal "Hirai" in the left margin. First published in 1952 this is a later printing from the original blocks. Absolutely wonderful colors and contrast.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 11 by 16 inches (28 x 41 cm)
Image size: 9 and 1/2 by 14 and 1/4 inches (24 x 36.3 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: Undated. First published in 1952, this is a later printing from the original blocks.
Signed: Black Takeji signature in the lower left of the image.
Condition: Pristine condition.
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- Ukimido Kosame (DRIZZLING RAIN IN UKIMIDO) -
$ 149.00
The wonderful woodblock print 'Ukimido Kosame' (Drizzling rain in Ukimido) is by Takeji Asano. Unsodo's Publisher seal and the carver's seal 'Okura,' as well as the printer's seal 'Harada' in the left margin. It was printed on genuine handmade washi paper. First published in 1953, this is a later printing from the original blocks.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 7/8 by 16 and 1/4 inches (27.5 x 41 cm)
Image size: 9 and 3/8 by 14 and 3/8 inches (24 x 36.5 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: Undated. First published in 1953 this is a later printing from original blocks.
Signed: Black 'Takeji' signature in the lower left of the image.
Condition: Excellent condition.
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- Yamatoji Boshoku (Twilight In The Village, Nara) -
$ 149.00
The serene woodblock print "Yamatoji Boshoku"(Twilight In The Village, Nara) is by Takeji Asano. Published by Unsodo. Unsodo seal and caver's seal "Okura", printer's seal "Harada" in the right margin. Japanese title "Yamatoji Boshoku" on the upper left margin. English title on the bottom margin. First published in 1953, this is a later printing from original blocks. Very peaceful sunset mage of Nara with beautiful colors.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 16 and 1/4 by 11 inches (41 x 28 cm)
Image size: 14 and 1/4 by 9 and 1/2 inches (36 x 24 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: Undated. First published in 1953, this print is a later printing from original blocks.
Signed: "Takeji-ga" signature in the lower right corner of the image.
Condition: Very good condition.
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Daimonji (Daimonji Festival)
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Beautiful night scene woodblock print "Daimonji"(Daimonji Festival) is by Takeji Asano. This is one of "Kyoraku Meisho" (Famous Places of Kyoto) series. Titled "Daimonji", Dated "Showa 30nen" (1955) and "Takeji ga, koku" (Drawn and carved by Takeji) on the lower right of image.
Takeji started to work for this "Kyoraku Meisho series" (12 designs) in 1955.
Very romantic night scene in Kyoto. Very peaceful print
There is original folder. Please see last pictures. However, it is in poor condition. If you wish, I can send original folder with print. Shipping charge will be slightly more.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 1/2 x 11 and 3/4 inches (26 x 29.5cm )
Image size: 9 and 5/8 x 10 and 7/8 inches (24 x 27.5cm )
Sheet number: N/A
Date: 1955
Signed: Black Takeji signature in lower right of image with red seal.
Condition: Excellent condition. Faint ink smudges and very minor foxing on margin. They are not noticeable. Once tipped on verso.
"Daimonji" is a festival in Kyoto, Japan.
It is the culmination of the O-Bon festival on August 16, in which five giant bonfires are lit on mountains surrounding the city. It signifies the moment when the spirits of deceased family members, who are said to visit this world during O-Bon, are believed to be returning to the spirit world—thus the name Okuribi(roughly, "send-off fire").
Fushimi Soshun (Early Spring at Fushimi, Kyoto)
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"Fushimi Soshun" (Early Spring at Fushimi, Kyoto) is by Takeji Asano. Very rare first edition print. Published by Unsodo. Unsodo seal and caver's seal "Okura", printer's seal "Shinmi" in the left margin. Wonderful details. Fine Bokashi shading.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 1/2 x 16 inches
Sheet number: N/A
Date: First edition dated Showa 28 nen (1953)
Signed: Black Takeji signature in the lower right of the image.
Condition: Outstanding condition. Typical Unsodo printer's "smudge" on the margins and a few minor foxing as shown. Extremely slightly toning with age. Please see the picture. Very lightly tipped to presentation folder
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Gion Kosame (Rain at Gion)
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Very fine woodblock print "Rain at Gion" is by Takeji Asano. This is one of "Kyoraku Meisho" (Famous Places of Kyoto) series. Titled "Gion Kosame" (Rain at Gion), Dated "Showa 30nen" (1955) and "Takeji ga, koku" (Drawn and carved by Takeji) on the lower right of image with red seal.
Dated "Showa 39 nen" (1964), Takeji suri (printed by Takeji) on the lower left margin. There are two dates on this print. (drawn and carved in 1955, Printed in 1964)
Takeji started to work for this "Kyoraku Meisho series" (12 designs) in 1955.
Very lovely rainy scene.
There is original folder. Please see last pictures. However, it is in poor condition. If you wish, I can send original folder with print. Shipping charge will be slightly more.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 1/2 x 11 and 3/4 inches (26 x 29.5cm )
Image size: 9 and 5/8 x 10 and 7/8 inches (24 x 27.5cm )
Sheet number: N/A
Date: Printed 1964
Signed: Black Takeji signature in lower right of image and on the left margin..
Condition: Excellent condition. Faint ink smudges on margins as shown. Slightly tipped on verso.
Gion is a district of Kyoto, originally developed in the Middle Ages, in front of Yasaka Shrine. The district was built to accommodate the needs of travelers and visitors to the shrine. It eventually evolved to become one of the most exclusive and well-known geisha districts in all of Japan.
GIVE ME EYES
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"Me wo kudasai" (GIVE ME EYES) is by Takeji Asano. Magnificent design in black and white. Simplified image of Man asking eyes in bold, clearly defined and black and white. This large size print speaks for itself. This design was for a cover design from The College Women’s Association of Japan Thirteenth Annual Exhibition. Japanese title and artist's signature in Japanese on the left of bottom margin, English title and artist's signature in English on the right of bottom margin. The date "1965" on the center of the bottom margin.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 15 and 3/4 x 20 and 7/8 inches (40 x 53 cm)
Image size: 14 and 1/2 x 19 inches (36.5 x 48.5 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: 1965
Signed: Block signed "T.a" on the lower left of the image. His hand-signed in Japanese and English on the bottom margin.
Condition: Very good condition. Once taped, faint tape stains show from the front which will be easily matted out.
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Heian Jingu (Heian Jingu Shrine)
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Stunning woodblock print "Heian Jingu"(Heian Jingu Shrine) is by Takeji Asano. This is one of "Kyoraku Meisho" (Famous Places of Kyoto) series. Titled "Heian Jingu"(Heian Jingu Shrine), Dated "Showa 32nen" (1957) and "Takeji ga, koku" (Drawn and carved by Takeji) on the lower right of image.
Takeji started to work for this "Kyoraku Meisho series" (12 designs) in 1955.
Very fantastic sunset scene at Heian Jingu Shrine. Great colors.
There is original folder. Please see last pictures. However, it is in poor condition. If you wish, I can send original folder with print. Shipping charge will be slightly more.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 1/2 x 11 and 3/4 inches (26 x 29.5cm )
Image size: 9 and 5/8 x 10 and 7/8 inches (24 x 27.5cm )
Sheet number: N/A
Date: 1957
Signed: Black Takeji signature in lower right of image.
Condition: Excellent condition. Faint ink smudge on the right margin and minor paper crease on the lower right margin as shown. Once tipped on verso.
The Heian Jingu Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan. The Shrine is ranked as a Beppyou Jinja (the top rank for shrines) by the Association of Shinto Shrines. It is listed as an important cultural property of Japan.
Kitano jinja (Kitano Shrine)
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Very fine woodblock print "Kitano Jinja"(Kitano Shrine) is by Takeji Asano. This is one of "Kyoraku Meisho" (Famous Places of Kyoto) series. Titled "Kitano Jinja" (Kitano Shrine), Dated "Showa 31nen" (1956) and "Takeji ga, koku" (Drawn and carved by Takeji) on the lower right of image with red seal.
Dated "Showa 39 nen" (1964), Takeji suri (printed by Takeji) on the lower left margin. There are two dates on this print. (drawn and carved in 1956, Printed in 1964)
Takeji started to work for this "Kyoraku Meisho series" (12 designs) in 1955.
Very neat early spring scene.
There is original folder. Please see last pictures. However, it is in poor condition. If you wish, I can send original folder with print. Shipping charge will be slightly more.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 1/2 x 11 and 3/4 inches (26 x 29.5cm )
Image size: 9 and 5/8 x 10 and 7/8 inches (24 x 27.5cm )
Sheet number: N/A
Date: Printed 1964
Signed: Black Takeji signature in lower left of image and on the left margin.
Condition: Excellent condition. Very minor paper crease on lower right margin as shown. Slightly tipped on verso.
Kitano Shrine is one of the most important of several hundred shrines across Japan that are dedicated to Sugawara Michizane, a scholar and politician who was unfairly exiled by his political rivals. A number of disasters were attributed to Michizane's vengeful spirit after his death in exile, and these shrines were built to appease him.
Sanjusangendo Shoka (Sanjusangendo Temple at Early Summer)
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Very peaceful woodblock print "Sanjusangendo Shoka"(Sanjusangendo Temple at Early Summer) is by Takeji Asano. This is one of "Kyoraku Meisho" (Famous Places of Kyoto) series. Titled "Sanjusangendo Shoka"(Sanjusangendo Temple at Early Summer), Dated "Showa 30nen" (1955) and "Takeji ga, koku" (Drawn and carved by Takeji) on the lower right of image.
Takeji started to work for this "Kyoraku Meisho series" (12 designs) in 1955.
Very serene early summer scene at Sanjusangendo Temple. Fresh green colors are so precious.
There is original folder. Please see last pictures. However, it is in poor condition. If you wish, I can send original folder with print. Shipping charge will be slightly more.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 1/2 x 11 and 3/4 inches (26 x 29.5cm )
Image size: 9 and 5/8 x 10 and 7/8 inches (24 x 27.5cm )
Sheet number: N/A
Date: 1955
Signed: Black Takeji signature in lower left of image with red seal.
Condition: Excellent condition. Faint ink smudges on margin and slight toning on lower right margin as shown. They are not noticeable. Once tipped on verso.
Sanjusangendo is the popular name for Rengeo-in, a temple in eastern Kyoto which is famous for its 1001 statues of Kannon, the goddess of mercy. The temple was founded in 1164 and rebuilt a century later after the original structure had been destroyed in a fire.
The temple hall is with 120 meters Japan's longest wooden structure. The name Sanjusangendo (literally "33 intervals") derives from the number of intervals between the building's support columns, a traditional method of measuring the size of a building. In the center of the main hall sits a large, wooden statue of a 1000-armed Kannon (Senju Kannon) that is flanked on each side by 500 statues of human sized 1000-armed Kannon standing in ten rows.
