Clifton Karhu (American/Japanese, 1927-2007), Snowy Farm

1985, woodblock print, signed in pencil in lower margin "19/100, Snowy Farm, CKarhu 85," framed in Japan by Kato in silver edge fabric mat with silver lacquer frame under glass.

Frame dimensions 27 1/2 x 27 in., Sight size 20 1/2 x 20 1/4 in.

Collection of Natalie and Ronald Olsen, collected in Tokyo, Japan 1984-1987

Purchased from The Tolman Collection, Tokyo

Clifton Karhu was an American born in Minnesota, but drew his inspiration from Kyoto and its charming scenery, where he lived with his wife the second half of his life. His skilled woodblock prints capture traditional Kyoto landmarks and landscapes in vibrant color with bold use of black outline, still retaining the Japanese spirit with attention to season and weather to give them a surreal signature appearance.

Excellent condition; not examined outside of the frame.