Full Moon and Grass Silver grasses in soft mica detail highlight this lovely Print, created in the Rimpa tradition, using flat planes of color to create a one-dimensional perspective.
At the Mirror Yoshida,Hiroshi 1876-1950 Beautiful double oban size A young woman pensively applies makeup before a mirror,perhaps dreaming of the day ahead. One of very few nudes by the artist.
Art Deco Woman An elegant and finely detailed depiction of a lady in deco attire preparing her toilette. Subtle gradations of tone in the black background, and outstanding registration are exhibited in details of her body and robe
Kasuga Shrine in Nara Two women stand quietly before the shrine, their large umbrella protecting them from the steadily falling rain. They appear oblivious of the weather.
The clearly defined architecture of the temple contrasts with the muted softness of the trees and the rainwater beneath, where fine reflections are achieved.
Beautiful colors distinguish this lovely Print: grey/greens, brilliant red and contrasting white; these illuminate the rainy day, emphasizing the structure and fine l
Autumn in Nara Charming image with abundantly thatched farmhouse and persimmon tree; in the foreground villagers are busy in their daily tasks, clearly outlined against the grey foreground.
Help me, my Lord A dramatic Print in which a helpless Saint Peter raises his hands in supplication to those of Christ, who looks down at him with concern and touches him with one finger.
The animated, wonderfully composed pattern of waves, in black and white, adds to the drama of the event and is enriched by multiple design details and color in this emotionally laden image
The Visitation In this rendering of the Visitation - meeting of Elizabeth and Mary, both expecting - the older, Elizabeth and the younger Mary have well defined features and different garments; here, their meeting is tender, but serious event
The Kura The image conveys the feeling of a cold winter day, where all forms stand out crisply in the bright light. Wonderful pattern of lines and gradation of greys against clear whites and varied, subtle blues. The imposing Kura dominates the center of the composition, setting the tone for geometric patterns throughout
Lake Chuzenjiko in Autumn A site for reflection and meditation is evoked by this delicate scene of the lake and mountain in autumn light, with the suggestion of a breeze
Farm House/Noka The inside of a farmhouse near Narimasu. A woman tends the fire in a stove, while another prepares a meal; an intimate glimpse into the traditional life of rural Japan. This was Hiroshi Yoshida's last print
Dream of Water A Duck floats of the waves,a dynamic composition in which the artist has used the wood grain the emphasize the patterns and movement of the water. Embossed areas of the duck's wind and butterfly are enhanced in gold
#87 Waterview 2008-1 A detail of water lillies just blossoming among green/blue leaves interspersed with leaves in shadows (please scroll down to see the fine detail in this delicate etching)
Les Jades Jacoulets's most popular Print. One of fewer than 180 Postwar impressions Outstanding quality of printing and vegetable colors. The model was a servant of the artist's mother
