Tokushi Katsuhira (1904-1971) - Japanese Woodblock, March, Field Work

Description

A view of two figures at work in a field, one carrying a large basket on their back. Signed in print. On laid fixed to card at the upper edge.

Condition

There is some slight discolouration and mild creases at the upper-left corner. Overall bright and in good condition.

Size

22.9 x 18.4cm (9" x 7.2")
Sheet: 50.1 x 40.3cm (19.7" x 15.9")

Collection Information

A collection of ten woodblock prints depicting peasant customs in the artist's home of Akita, Japan, on ten months of the year.

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Artist Biography

Tokushi Katsuhira (1904-1971) was born in Akita, Japan, into a family of farmers and papermakers. Katsuhira carved dolls but had never witnessed another artist at work until he took a short woodcarving course in 1928. He began exhibiting his sosaku-hanga prints, focused on the principle of the artist as the sole creator motivated by a desire for self-expression, in 1928 with Nihon Sosaku-Hanga Kyokai.

His work predominantly depicts everyday life and customs in Akita, including festivals and the seasonal rhythm of rural life. His prints are unique in their accomplished directness and the quality of carving.