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Shiro Kasamatsu Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Three-Headed Deity Ashura Temple

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A wonderfully composed and quite engaging woodblock print by renowned Japanese artist/printmaker Shiro Karamatsu (笠松 紫浪, 1898-1991) titled "Three-Headed Deity In Ashura Temple" featuring the Three-Headed Buddha statue located inside the Buddhist temple. An asura in Buddhism is a deity/demigod of the Kāmadhātu, one of the realms where a wandering soul may be reborn. They are described as having three heads with three faces each and either four or six arms. The limited edition sōsaku-hanga woodblock print dates to 1959. It is signed, stamped/sealed, titled (in Japanese), dated, and numbered (191/200) by the artist. Shiro Kasamatsu was a a key figure in the history of 20th-century Japanese printmaking. He lived and worked during the two major Japanese artistic print movements - shin-hanga (new prints) and sōsaku-hanga (creative prints). Today his work is celebrated for its blend of traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern artistic sensibilities. This piece would be a great addition to any Japanese or Buddhist art collection or make for an eye catching stand alone accent artwork in about any setting. The print is framed in a floating glass frame and is ready to display. Frame dimensions: 21.5" high, 17" wide, 1.25" deep Paper approximately 17" x 11.5"
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Style:
    Showa (Of the Period)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1959
  • Condition:
    The woodblock print is in very good to excellent vintage condition with no discernable flaws and a good color, state and impression. The frame may have light if any wear consistent with age and use (please see photos). Beautiful and special overall.
  • Seller Location:
    Studio City, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2254343930582

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