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Shinagawa Takumi (1908–2009)
Japan, Showa era, 1986
Woodblock print; Ink on paper
H x W (Image): 77.8 × 55.2 cm (30 5/8 × 21 3/4 in)
Purchase and partial gift of the Kenneth and Kiyo Hitch Collection from Kiyo Hitch with funds from the Mary Griggs Burke Endowment
S2019.3.1627
Experimental printmaking techniques are at the forefront in this abstract composition by Shinagawa Takumi. His interests in color and movement are apparent here. Layers of colors and textures have been built up using blocks made from different materials, with angular pieces of wood seemingly floating over them. Shinagawa constantly innovated and expanded his artistic practice, which included photograms, sculptures, and mobiles.
