1977 Jiro Takidaira Prints Collection
A large art book meant to be displayed.
150+ pages of prints by Jiro Takidaira, a famous 20th Century printmaker and kirea (paper cutting) artist. Although Takidaira’s woodblock prints follow the same process as ukiyo-e and shin hanga prints, his style is very different showing European influences. Landscapes, surreal images, ships at sea and scenes from wester and easter mythology, among other scenes.
The book is an historic item showing how Jiro Takidaira’s art was received in 1977 Japan.
Mostly color, some black & white.
8.7” wide x 12” tall (22cm x 30.5cm)
17.4” wide spread view (44cm)
Book is in good condition, shows some signs of wear.
A large art book meant to be displayed.
150+ pages of prints by Jiro Takidaira, a famous 20th Century printmaker and kirea (paper cutting) artist. Although Takidaira’s woodblock prints follow the same process as ukiyo-e and shin hanga prints, his style is very different showing European influences. Landscapes, surreal images, ships at sea and scenes from wester and easter mythology, among other scenes.
The book is an historic item showing how Jiro Takidaira’s art was received in 1977 Japan.
Mostly color, some black & white.
8.7” wide x 12” tall (22cm x 30.5cm)
17.4” wide spread view (44cm)
Book is in good condition, shows some signs of wear.
A large art book meant to be displayed.
150+ pages of prints by Jiro Takidaira, a famous 20th Century printmaker and kirea (paper cutting) artist. Although Takidaira’s woodblock prints follow the same process as ukiyo-e and shin hanga prints, his style is very different showing European influences. Landscapes, surreal images, ships at sea and scenes from wester and easter mythology, among other scenes.
The book is an historic item showing how Jiro Takidaira’s art was received in 1977 Japan.
Mostly color, some black & white.
8.7” wide x 12” tall (22cm x 30.5cm)
17.4” wide spread view (44cm)
Book is in good condition, shows some signs of wear.