Among Shiko Munakata’s woodblock prints, this work is regarded as one of his most accomplished and highly acclaimed masterpieces. The face, filling the picture plane, is composed of bold lines and planes, while the vivid contrast of black and white creates a powerful sense of tension and imbues the image with an overwhelming presence and vibrant vitality. The quietly expressive gaze embodies the spirit of a hymn to life that runs throughout Munakata’s art, leaving a profound and lasting impression on the viewer.
- Artist
- Shiko Munakata
1903 - 1975
- Weight
- 1,460 g
- Woodblock Print Dimensions
- (H) 20.0 × (W) 18.5 cm
- Framed Dimensions
- (H) 45.5 × (W) 37.8 cm
- Remarks
- Woodblock Print (1959)
- Accessories
- Certificate Issued by the Shiko Munakata Authentication and Registration Committee (No. HA-00758-B-N)
Storage Box
- Condition
- - Good
