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Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Print The Big Owl

$695
£526.77
€609.79
CA$981.16
A$1,092.60
CHF 570.47
MX$13,238.86
NOK 7,194.24
SEK 6,788.33
DKK 4,552

About the Item

An engaging and quite coveted work by famed Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano who was known for his whimsical portrayals of women, children, and animals. Stylistically, he was one of the first Japanese artists to combine Western-style elements with the traditional methods of woodblock printmaking. This work is known as "The Big Owl" Kawano's owl images are some of his most popular works, this one in particular. This print is hand signed in pencil and sealed (in red) by Kawano within the image. This work is a quite rare self-printed lifetime print. Prints made and signed by Kawano are becoming harder to find. A very beautiful and rich image. Would make for a great addition to any Japanese art and print collection or eye-catching stand-out accent work in about any setting. Frame dimensions: 21.25" high, 16.25" wide, .5" deep Viewable art: 14.5" x 9.5". Please note that the work is framed but there is no glass covering the print, as we acquired it.
  • Creator:
    Kaoru Kawano (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.25 in (53.98 cm)Width: 16.25 in (41.28 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950
  • Condition:
    The print is in very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age and use (please see images). A rich colorful fine impression. The matt has mild spotting in one small area but is hard to see. Beautiful and engaging overall.
  • Seller Location:
    Studio City, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2254331517712

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