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Clifton Karhu Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print "Kamigano"

$2,495
£1,851.39
€2,156.61
CA$3,473.06
A$3,867.56
CHF 2,012.85
MX$47,686.59
NOK 25,635.22
SEK 24,094.62
DKK 16,091
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About the Item

A beautiful, large woodblock print by American master printmaker Clifton Karhu who lived in Japan for over 50 years. Karhu's work gained great esteem not only in Japan but worldwide. This limited edition print is signed, dated, and numbered (27/60) by the artist. The colors are vibrant and rich, the image one I have not seen anywhere else. The print is matted and framed. Framed dimensions are: 31.5" wide, 21.25" high, 1" deep. Karhu's work can be found in museums and collections throughout the world including: Museum of Fine Arts Boston Cincinnati Art Museum Minnesota Museum of Art Kunst Museum Salzburg, Austria Fogg Museum, Boston National Gallery of Australia, Canberra American Chamber of Commerce Harvard University.
  • Creator:
    Clifton Karhu (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.25 in (53.98 cm)Width: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Showa (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1988
  • Condition:
    The print is in excellent condition- the colors very vibrant. The frame may have minor wear consistent with age and use (please see photos). A gorgeous work overall.
  • Seller Location:
    Studio City, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU225436451763

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