Discover this exquisite Japanese Woodblock Print by Rakuzan Tsuchiya, featuring a stunning dahlia design. Measuring 11 1/2 x 17 inches, this print exhibits overall age-related toning, giving the paper a cream/yellow hue with scattered small brown spots (foxing) visible in the background areas. The right edge is rough and appears to have been cut or torn from a larger portfolio, adding to its unique history. The printed image itself remains clear with good color, making it a captivating piece for any art collection.
Artist Bio: Rakuzan Tsuchiya (土屋楽山, 1896-1976) was renowned for his kachō-ga (bird-and-flower pictures). Hailing from Niigata Prefecture, he studied traditional Japanese painting before specializing in woodblock prints. His celebrated works from the late 1920s and early 1930s showcase delicate realism and harmonious compositions that blend traditional Japanese aesthetics with a Western-influenced sense of naturalism.