- Nami no Oto (Sound of the Waves ) -

The elegant mezzotint print Sound of the Waves by Ushio Takahashi portrays a young woman in profile, her luminous face emerging softly from a deep, velvety background. The delicate gradations of light and shadow create a remarkable sense of depth while maintaining a calm and intimate atmosphere.

A beautiful blue lace scarf flows gently from her right shoulder like a translucent veil. Its graceful movement and intricate floral pattern evoke the soft rhythm of waves, subtly reflecting the title of the work. The contrast between the woman’s finely rendered features, dark hair, and luminous scarf gives the composition a serene and mysterious beauty.

Takahashi is admired for his refined portrayals of women and his sensitive use of tone in mezzotint printmaking. This sophisticated work beautifully demonstrates his ability to combine softness, precision, and quiet emotional expression.

Technique: Color mezzotint
Paper size: 18 3/8 x 15 3/4 inches (46.5 x 40 cm)
Image size: 14 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches (36.2 x 28.6 cm)
Sheet number: 76/95
Date: 1997
Signed: Hand-signed in pencil by the artist in the lower margin
Condition: Excellent condition.

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