This is an original mid-century Japanese woodblock print by the renowned artist Tomikichiro Tokuriki (1902-2000). The piece, titled "Summer at Nijubashi Bridge," is from his "Four Seasons of Tokyo" series, published circa 1950s. The print measures approximately 11 1/4 x 8 1/2 inches and depicts the famous Nijubashi Bridge at the Imperial Palace during a summer rain shower, rendered in beautiful shades of blue and grey. The artist's signature and seal are present in the lower left of the image, and the publisher's mark for Uchida Art Co. is visible in the right margin.
About the Artist:
Tomikichiro Tokuriki was a prominent Kyoto-based artist active in both the shin-hanga and sōsaku-hanga print movements. He was known for his evocative landscapes and scenes of traditional Japanese life.
Condition:
The front of the print displays strong, unfaded colors with a minor spot of foxing in the sky. The reverse side is well-toned with evidence of previous mounting, including adhesive residue and some paper thinning.