Takeo Takei Japanese Limited Edition Woodblock Print "Autumn Leaves", 1964 copper patina 5" in diameter and ×

5" in diameter and  × 1" h

with just a bit off fading to the orange on the backside and a few white spots

Largely self-taught and consummately curious

and seem to cry for slowing down and enjoying small daily rituals

holder for pencils

Takeo Takei Japanese Limited Edition Woodblock Print "Autumn Leaves", 1964 copper patina 5" in diameter and ×This woodblock print is the work of Takeo Takei (1894 1983), a painter, printmaker and highly influential illustrator, especially known for his work for childrens books and his belief in making artwork that respected and nurtured a childs imagination. Well, yes! It dates to 1964, and was created to represent the month of October in a limited edition calendar produced by the Yoseido Gallery. Indeed, it strikes me as a wonderfully poetic representation