{"product_id":"iwao-akiyama-original-woodblock-print-santoka-haiku-1974-signed-158-200-japanese","title":"Iwao Akiyama Original Woodblock Print Santoka Haiku 1974 Signed 158\/200 Japanese","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIwao Akiyama Original Woodblock Print - Santoka Haiku \"My Back in the Drizzle\" 1974 Signed 158\/200\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThis is a profound and highly collectible original woodblock print (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"68\"\u003eMokuhanga\u003c\/i\u003e) by the renowned Japanese master \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"111\"\u003eIwao Akiyama (1921–2014)\u003c\/b\u003e. Akiyama, a celebrated student of the legendary Shiko Munakata, is world-famous for his stark black-and-white style and his evocative illustrations of the free-verse haiku by the wandering Zen priest \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"336\"\u003eSantoka Taneda\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Poetic Theme:\u003c\/b\u003e This print features Santoka’s most famous and arguably most poignant haiku: \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"94\"\u003e\"Ushiro sugata no shigurete yuku ka\"\u003c\/i\u003e (\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"132\"\u003e\"My back view, going away into the drizzling rain\"\u003c\/b\u003e) The artwork captures the essence of Zen solitude, showing the priest's lonely figure from behind as he disappears into the mist and rain, symbolized by the bold, dripping vertical lines and the abstract black forms above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEarly Limited Edition:\u003c\/b\u003e Numbered \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003e158 out of 200\u003c\/b\u003e. This 1974 edition is from a desirable period in Akiyama's career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist Signed \u0026amp; Dated:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-signed by Iwao Akiyama in pencil and stamped with his signature red artist seal (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"109\"\u003eHanko\u003c\/i\u003e). Dated \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"123\"\u003e1974\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExquisite Washi Paper:\u003c\/b\u003e Printed on thick, handmade Japanese paper with visible natural fiber and bark inclusions, adding a rustic, organic texture that complements the Zen subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReady for Display:\u003c\/b\u003e Professionally framed in a classic wood frame with a neutral mat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Iwao Akiyama (秋山巌)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePoet:\u003c\/b\u003e Santoka Taneda (種田山頭火)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/b\u003e Woodblock Print (Mokuhanga)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1974\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEdition:\u003c\/b\u003e 158\/200\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrint Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 45.5 x 30.0 cm \/ 17.9 x 11.8 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFrame Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 41.0 x 52.5 cm \/ 16.1 x 20.7 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood vintage condition. The woodblock print is well preserved overall, with strong black ink contrast and a beautiful handmade washi paper texture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are age-related signs, including light toning, minor stains, natural fiber spots and speckles in the handmade paper, as well as wrinkles and slight waviness to the sheet. The paper edges show minor wear and natural unevenness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mat and frame show age-related discoloration, light stains, small scuffs, and minor surface wear. The frame remains sturdy and the work displays nicely.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease check the photos carefully for details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"koedo-sun-art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47530287563005,"sku":"k1226366652 ASO443 4,375","price":276.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/0774\/4253\/files\/57_7f028799-c8b3-4bd4-8221-1291ccd17f73.jpg?v=1778636176","url":"https:\/\/koedo-sun-art.com\/en-ca\/products\/iwao-akiyama-original-woodblock-print-santoka-haiku-1974-signed-158-200-japanese","provider":"koedo-sun-art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}