The fine black and white woodblock print 'Shigaraki' is by Katsuyuki Nishijima. This print features a beautiful contrast of black and white, creating a striking visual effect that is sure to catch the eye. The print depicts the Shigaraki Tanuki, a special good luck statue known for its adorable and charming appearance. This print is a limited edition.

Shigaraki Tanuki 

 

The Tanuki statue is a symbol of Shigaraki ware in Shiga Prefecture. Shigaraki ware is very famous and is one of the 'Six Old Kilns' in Japan. The Shigaraki tanuki is an adorable creature with eight lucky meanings, often seen on the front porch of houses and at the entrances of restaurants in Japan.

Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 17 and 1/4 inches wide and 12 and 1/2 inches tall (43.7 x 31.7 cm)
Image size: 14 and 7/8 inches wide and 10 and 1/8 inches tall (37.8 x 25.7 cm)
Sheet number: 14/500
Date: Printed in 2018
Signed: Hand-signed "K. Nishijima" on the bottom margin
Condition: Excellent condition. There are a couple of ink spots on the upper left margin, as shown.

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