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Vintage Japanese Woodblock Print -Soba Cart- by Tokuriki Tomikichiro Framed c. Presented is a beautiful Japanese oban-size woodblock print created in 1950 by the renowned artist Tokuriki Tomikichiro. It’s nighttime, and the vendor is playing a charumera – a double-reed brass horn used by nighttime noodle vendors to attract customers. We see no customers or passers-by; the print creates a subtle feeling of sadness and loneliness. Only the cart with the lantern and a dark silhouette of the vendor playing his instrument. Collectors often recognize him for his refined pastel-colored landscape prints, but his lifelong commitment to sosaku hanga (creative prints) reveals a much deeper artistic legacy. Tomikichiro was born on March 22, 1902, in Kyoto, Japan. He first studied art under his grandfather before entering the Kyoto School of Arts and Crafts, where he completed two years of preparatory courses and four years of regular studies. He then attended the Kyoto College of Art for an additional three years, graduating in 1923. He lived and worked in Kyoto until his death in 1999. During his student years, Tokuriki became deeply interested in the sosaku hanga movement, which emphasized the artist’s direct involvement in designing, carving, and printing. Trained by a professional carver and a ukiyo-e printer, he mastered the entire printmaking process. This personal engagement embodied the core principles of creative printmaking. Tokuriki joined the Hanga Association, collaborating with leading figures such as Unichi Hiratsuka, Masao Maeda, Kihachiro Shimozawa, Hide Kawanishi, and Shiko Munakata. Through this network, he became one of the central advocates of sosaku hanga in Kyoto. The print was made using the Japanese woodblock technique in 1950 and printed in the 1950s – the Tokuriki lifetime print. It is framed in a vintage wooden frame styled as bamboo. AUTHOR: Tomikichiro Tokuriki TITLE: Soba cart CREATED: c. Paper METHOD OF PRINTING: Woodblock printing PRINTED: c. 1950s PRINT SIZE: 14″ X 8.75″. FRAM SIZE: 19.5 X 13.75 Great detail and colors, some minor age-related toning. The frame is in excellent condition as well. The print was not examined out of frame. Get Supersized Images & Free Image Hosting. Attention Sellers – Get Templates Image Hosting, Scheduling at Auctiva. Track Page Views With.

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This vintage Japanese gilded painted woodblock flower cart print showcases intricate details and vibrant colors typical of traditional Asian fine art decor. This piece is beautifully double-matted and framed to a full size of 9″ x 13″, adding an authentic touch to any space with its cultural significance and craftsmanship. The multi-color design and vintage originality make it a unique and visually striking addition to any collection of Asian antiques or decor. Professionally packed an dshipped to you!

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This is an original Sosaku Hanga woodblock print titled “Tokuriki Tomikichiro Soba Cart” and created in Japan circa 1950. The print features a colorful design on paper and is an antique original. The artist’s signature can be found on the print. It is a great addition to any collection and perfect for those interested in Asian antiques. Frame measures 19 1/2” x 14 3/4”. There are nicks in the black laquered frame and moisture damage around border from storage. Being offered in as found as-is condition.

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EXCELLENT CONDITION NO RIPS TEARS FADING OR TRIMMING. SOME LEFTOVER TAPE ON BACK AS SEEN FROM PREVIOUS MOUNTING MEASURES 10 3/8″ BY 15 1/4″. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “p51driver” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to North, South, or Latin America, all countries in Europe, Japan, Australia, China, Korea, South, Indonesia, Taiwan, South Africa, Thailand, Hong Kong, Israel, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Brunei Darussalam, Egypt, Jordan, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Macau, Maldives, Oman, Pakistan, Reunion, Vietnam.

• Region of Origin: Japan

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