HISASHI OTSUKA EMBOSSED ORIG LE HAND Sd LITHOGRAPH "MUSASHI the MASTER" FRAMED

Description: Renowned Japanese Artist Hisashi Otsuka*, Signed this Limited Edition Embossed Lithograph on thick paper, titled, "Musashi the Master". The legendary Samurai Miyamoto Musashi (sword master of the early Edo period (1603–1868)) was born in 1582 and died in 1645. It is said that he fought over 60 life and death battles, losing none! He is among the greatest Samurai to have ever lived! This piece is Signed in Black marker over his Red Chop Mark or Stamp, on lower right. Numbered 3317/7100. Richly embossed, you can see and feel the individual strands of hair and the gold decoration on his Kimono. Vivid color palette. Dates from the 1980's. Dynamic and Elegant - Fabulous image!3" Wide, 1 1/4" Deep, Glossy Black Rounded Reverse moulding, black core double mat and Plexiglas is included complimentary in this listing. There are a couple of scratches on the Plexiglas but they are relatively light in effect. Image opening measures 18 1/2 X 25 1/2 and in Very Good condition. There are also a few spots on the left side - in the yellow background - difficult to see.Outside measure of the frame is 29 1/2 X 36 and is in Good to Very Good condition with a few scuffs and minor signs of handling. Please carefully examine all images for condition. Apologies for glare or reflection in images due to photographing under Plexiglass. *Hisashi Otsuka was born in Japan in 1947 into an exceptionally creative family. His natural artistic talents were encouraged and eventually developed formally in apprenticeship to one of Japan's foremost designers of kimonos, Taeko Jo. When Otsuka first came to Jo, he did little more than clean brushes and cook for the staff. The Bushido code, which specifies training in all the arts and sciences, determines that the technique of the art form is taught only after the student has learned service, duty and discipline. It was three years before Otsuka could cut a piece of cloth or paint a single stroke. Otsuka remained with Jo for eight years. Otsuka came to the West - to Hawaii - in 1979. Until that time his painting had been historical in subject and theme. But now it has emerged from the past in ways that are very exciting. In his neo-deco style - a dramatic new movement in the world of art - Otsuka's compositions have evolved to a decorative elegance. Otsuka's art has achieved an important transition: a cross-cultural excellence that not only appeals to East and West artistically, but also brings them together in understanding. This, after all, is Otsuka's personal mission, and he pursues it with splendid dedication. A great deal of his appeal, in fact, is the juxtaposition of the traditional and the contemporary, of his own heritage and the flowing hair, unusual kimono designs, and bright colors, of the East and the West. Otsuka’s contemporary art deco creations often returning to Oriental themes while exploring modern concerns; his skill in handling this unlikely pairing is what makes his creations such valuable collectible pieces. Combined Shipping Discount Policy: 20% off all combinable items. Check out our other art work auctions. You never know the gems you will find! No International Shipping. Continental Shipping Only (Contiguous U.S. 48 States). Alaska & Hawaii may increase shipping charge. All returns must be pre-approved. Full refund if item is not as described. Apologies but NYS residents must pay 8.875% NYS sales tax. Payment expected 3 days after end of auction or the item will be re-listed. We reserve the right to remove glass/frame from the Artwork to Protect Artwork from damage and/or decrease shipping charges. Each and Every day we strive for 5 ☆'s. Please contact us if you feel we have not achieved the full 5 ☆'s as 110% Customer Satisfaction is our mission!

Price: 999.99 USD

Location: Forest Hills, New York

End Time: 2025-01-19T19:04:10.000Z

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