"Yodo River" Toshi Yoshida Woodblock Print Signed Original 1942 吉田 遠志

Original Japanese woodblock print by Toshi Yoshida (July 25, 1911 – July 1, 1995) - 吉田 遠志. Printed 1942, self published and self carved by the artist (jikoku seal in upper left).

Titled: Yodo River (Osaka, Japan)

7.75"H x 10.5"W (chuban)
Toshi Seal and chop
Signed: Tpshi Yoshida in pencil
Condition: Very good color and impression. Laid down to board causing some creasing (see photos).

Toshi Yoshida (1911–1995) was a renowned Japanese woodblock print artist, born into an artistic family. Son of Hiroshi Yoshida, a prominent printmaker, Toshi continued the family tradition. He excelled in the sosaku-hanga (creative print) movement, emphasizing the artist's involvement in the entire printmaking process. Toshi's works often featured landscapes, animals, and scenes from his travels. His unique style and commitment to the woodblock print medium contributed significantly to the Japanese printmaking legacy.