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| Artist: | Kawano Kaoru (1916-1965) — 河野薫 |
| Title: | Woodpecker |
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| Date of first edition?: | Not set |
| Publisher (first edition)?: | Not Set |
| Publisher (this edition)?: | Not Set |
| Medium (first edition): | Woodblock |
| Medium (this edition): | Woodblock |
| Format (first edition): | Oban
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| Format (this edition): | Oban |
| DB artwork code: | 29251 |
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| The following information was taken from the original web listing of this artwork. Note that there may be some inaccuracies:
ARTIST: KAORU KAWANO (1916-1965) Japan
ITEM: Woodblock print depicting a young girl and two birds.
SIZE: Framed overall dimensions are 20 1/8" x 14 3/4". Sight dimensions are 15 1/4" x 9 5/8".
SIGNATURE: Chop signed lower right.
CONDITION: We have not examined this print outside of the frame. However, it appears to be in superior condition with no signs of foxing, tears or historical repairs.
OTHER: The artist is well known for his portrayal of young girls. We have not had this particular image before. It is gallery framed; in excellent condition and ready to hang on the wall.
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| Artist Bio: |
Kaoru Kawano was a very popular artist for his distinctively styled depictions of figures, especially children. He uses the wood grain patterns to lender the textures and the mood to the works.
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