- Haru Sugata (Figure of Spring) -　 EX-LIBRIS together with the artist’s hand-signed

together with the artist’s hand-signed “Shinmei” and the publisher’s name

My recent works are part of the Asian Series and incorporate dyed patterns (batik) from Southeast Asian fabrics as backgrounds

The beautiful woodblock print "Kamakura Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gū" (Tsurugaoka Shrine

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- Haru Sugata (Figure of Spring) -　 EX-LIBRIS together with the artist’s hand-signedThe elegant woodblock print Haru Sugata (Figure of Spring) is by Shinmei Kato (19101998). This refined work portrays a young maiko in spring, her gentle presence embodying the seasons freshness and grace. She wears a soft pink kimono set against blooming cherry blossoms, creating a harmonious balance of color and elegance. The background is printed with shimmering silver mica, which is also delicately applied to her hair ornaments and kimono design,