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Ink and color on silk, with a signed and sealed byOi Josui, illustrated in "Nagasawa Rosetsu - An Entertainer from Kyoto" published by the Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art in 2017
H34cm×W24cm×D10cm
Arimoto Toshio is known for his mystical style incorporating Western Fresco paintings and Japanese Buddhism. He passed away at the age of 38. This piece was created using a technique called Kanshitsu (dry lacquer) that has traditionally being used for sculpting Buddha. Arimoto Yoko, his wife, states that the three dimenstional work expresses Arimoto's intention straightforwardly. Arimoto was very fond of utilizing his crafty skills, and created wood carving pieces in-between his painting production. There is a certain warmth and nobility in this piece that reminds us of sacred sculptures.
Who is Arimoto Toshio?
A painter from Showa period, born in Okayama prefecture. Graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts. Upon travelling to Italy, Arimoto was impressed by the fresco painting of Renaissance. He merged the Japanese painting and fresco style painting and created unique style. Received Yasui Prize in 1978. Passed away at the age of 38 due to pancreatic cancer.
Event Information; Japanese Art Auction "MEGURU"
Japanese Art Auction -MEGURU- is a market place for all to trade Japanese art. It aims to create a platform where people can buy and sell Japanese art freely and fairly. The lots are consigned from all over Japan, then introduced to the art lovers through the special MEGURU catalogue. We will introduce the lots to those who want to purchase, including over 10,000 art lovers around the world. All the lots are available for view at the gallery during the preview period. Kashima Arts, an established gallery in Kyobashi, the area known for antiques in Tokyo, aims to create an accessible market place for those who would like to buy and sell Japanese art. MEGURU Auction is the best platform that introduces the world of Japanese Art to all, from beginners to collectors.
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Schedule
Preview : 29 June ‒ 7 July, 2019
Bidding Period : ～7 July, 2019
Bid Opening : 9 July, 2019
Official Website
https://www.meguru-auction.jp/en/
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Supervision
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Kashima Arts Co., Ltd.
3-3-2 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0031
TEL：+81(0)3-3276-0700 FAX：+81(0)3-3276-0701 E-mail：[email protected]
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