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Onri-an, Kyoto

"Onri-an, Kyoto (D)" woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Kiyoshi Saito. The print was created in 1967 as a limited edition of 100 copies.
Key Information

Artist: Kiyoshi Saito (1907–1997), a leading figure in the s?saku-hanga (creative prints) movement.
Title: "Onri-an, Kyoto (D)"
Medium: Color woodblock print
Date: 1967
Edition Size: Limited to 100 prints, as indicated by the numbering in the lower margin (e.g., 68/100 or 22/100 found on other editions).
Style: Saito's work is known for its blend of traditional Japanese woodblock techniques with modern Western art influences, such as those from Gauguin and Mondrian. He emphasized bold compositions, flat areas of color, and the incorporation of the natural wood grain texture.

The print depicts a view of a temple gate in Kyoto, using a strong composition and simplified forms to capture the essence of the scene.
Onri-an, Kyoto