Original Hanga (Woodblock Print) Postcard
Titled Cherry Blossoms at Ninnaji Temple, this postcard was made for Kyoto publishers Uchida Arts
By Nisaburo Ito (1905–2001), it is likely to be from the Views of Kyoto Series
Nisaburo Ito was a prolific designer of woodblock-printed postcards
Initially studying painting at the Kyoto City Specialist School of Painting, he later produced woodblock designs for publishers Uchida and Matsukyu
His style varied from works influenced by traditional Japanese painting to Sosaku Hanga (creative prints) designs
The vintage card itself is likely to have been printed during the 1960s and was sent as a greeting card on July 7, Heisei 7 (1995) to a hobby exchange club in Koshigaya, Saitama Prefecture
Artist stamp and the characters Omuro (type of cherry tree) on right hand corner
(Listing is for print - frame not included)
SIZE (Approx.)
WIDTH 14.2CM (5.6") X HEIGHT 10.3CM (4.1")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
Under 1.0 Gram
CONDITION - FAIR
Some creasing, fraying, and discolouration of the paper. Overall fair condition considering its age and that it has passed through the postal system.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
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Original Hanga (Woodblock Print) Postcard
Titled Cherry Blossoms at Ninnaji Temple, this postcard was made for Kyoto publishers Uchida Arts
By Nisaburo Ito (1905–2001), it is likely to be from the Views of Kyoto Series
Nisaburo Ito was a prolific designer of woodblock-printed postcards
Initially studying painting at the Kyoto City Specialist School of Painting, he later produced woodblock designs for publishers Uchida and Matsukyu
His style varied from works influenced by traditional Japanese painting to Sosaku Hanga (creative prints) designs
The vintage card itself is likely to have been printed during the 1960s and was sent as a greeting card on July 7, Heisei 7 (1995) to a hobby exchange club in Koshigaya, Saitama Prefecture
Artist stamp and the characters Omuro (type of cherry tree) on right hand corner
(Listing is for print - frame not included)
SIZE (Approx.)
WIDTH 14.2CM (5.6") X HEIGHT 10.3CM (4.1")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
Under 1.0 Gram
CONDITION - FAIR
Some creasing, fraying, and discolouration of the paper. Overall fair condition considering its age and that it has passed through the postal system.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
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