Clifton Karhu (American/Japanese, 1927-2007), Rain in Gion, Kyoto

Woodblock print, pencil signed to lower margin with 21/50 edition, titled "Rain in Gion-Kyoto," and artist signature with date CKarhu 73, framed by Kato in Tokyo, presented under glass with mat in black frame.

Frame dimensions 24 1/2 x 18 1/2 in., Sight size 16 3/4 x 12 3/4 in.

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.

Very good color; some suspected mat burn; not examined outside of the frame.