- Nanban-sen (Nanban Ship) -

The remarkable woodblock print “Nanban-sen” (Nanban Ship) is by Sumio Kawakami (1895–1972). This large-format print is a later impression from the original blocks carved in 1939, printed with a single black block and then hand-colored. The image is exotic and visually striking, with rich, well-balanced colors.

Kawakami used the term “Nanban” broadly, applying it to ships from various countries, including the Netherlands, rather than limiting it to Portugal and Spain.

Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 18 and 1/4 x 9 and 1/2 inches (46 x 24.2 cm)
Sheet number: N/A 
Date: Originally carved and printed in 1939, this is a later printing from the original blocks. 
Signed: The artist’s block signature ‘Sumi’ is incorporated into the compass design in the image.
Condition: Overall very good condition, with a few typical ink smudges and very minor handling creases, as shown. 

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