Clifton Karhu (American Japanese, 1927-2007), Ashiya

Dated 1978, woodblock print, a colorful image of a shop in Kyoto depicted by Karhu with modern clean lines and jewel tone colors, signed and dated at lower left, matted and presented under glass in wooden frame.

Frame dimensions 11 1/2 x 14 1/2 x 1 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 condition; not examined outside of the frame.