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Junichiro Sekino Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Wakanohana Waiting for Dohyo-ir

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This exceptional and highly engaging, wonderfully detailed print titled "Wakanohana waiting for Dohyo-iri" depicts a portrait of a once well-known Sumo Wrestler in a strong, confident pose by Japanese master printmaker/artist Junichiro Sekino. The swirling wave-like pattern behind the subject and intricate detail in the attire help make this a very complex and engaging composition. This limited edition work is hand pencil signed, sealed in red, dated (1978), and numbered (60/128) by Sekino. A rare and relatively hard-to-find print. Junichiro Sekino was largely considered, along with Kiyoshi Saito, to be one of Japan's paramount 20th-century master print artists. Both were prominent leaders of the Sosaku Hanga movement. Sekino's works can be found in many museums including: The Museum of Modern Art, N. Y., the Art Institute Chicago, the Museum of Fine Art, Boston, the British Museum, and the Portland Art Museum among many other fine museums throughout the world. The bold rich colors and striking composition make this a very special work (the best image of Sekino's Sumo Wrestler series in our estimation). Would be a fantastic addition to any modern Japanese print collection or eye-catching stand-alone work. The print has been previously framed. Frame dimensions: 33.5" high, 23.5" wide, .75" deep Paper sheet dimensions: 31.5" x 21.75"
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.5 in (85.09 cm)Width: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
  • Style:
    Showa (Of the Period)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1978
  • Condition:
    The print is in very good vintage condition with a mild crease at the top corner else pristine (please see photos). Very clean, rich, and colorful impression. Gorgeous and special overall. One of our personal favorite images of Sekino.
  • Seller Location:
    Studio City, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2254337295972
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