Shima has made use of the grain in the woodblock to excellent effect, in delineating the earth colored background. A dense row of wintry trees form the focus of the composition; white birds create a contrast, as they fly lightly across.
Issued:
1964
Medium:
woodblock print
Edition:
8/100
Condition:
Good impression and color, some smudges in margin, one corner torn and tape remain on the other top corner, verso; light creasing and soiling in margins