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A wood engraving (kiguchi mokuhanga) by Takao Hiwasaki (1941-1992), depicting a swirling galaxy and stars in the night sky, a figure playing a trumpet, another playing a small keyboard instrument, and fresh plants, blending a fantastical world with a gentle music motif.
Artist: Takao Hiwasaki (1941-1992)
Subject / Motif: Swirling galaxy and stars, figures playing a trumpet and a small keyboard instrument, and fresh plants; a music motif
Technique: Wood engraving
Year: 1992
Edition: 112 / 250
Dimensions: Image (printed area) approx. 7.5 x 10 cm; sheet (full paper) approx. 19 x 21 cm
Signature / Seal / Box: Monogram signature "T.H." with the year "'92" at lower right, and the edition number "112 / 250" at lower left, all handwritten in pencil
Condition: Kept in darkness and long protected under glass. No conspicuous staining or sun-fading on the image surface or white margins; remarkably well preserved for a paper work over 30 years old. Originally framed, but the wooden frame deteriorated with age, so only the print sheet is offered. Please refer to the photos for the item's current appearance and condition.
Takao Hiwasaki is internationally esteemed as a leading figure of modern Japanese printmaking and the wood engraving technique. He passed away on April 29, 1992 at the age of 50, making works dated "'92" from the very final period of his life.
