Arctic Landscape

Date:: 1973
Medium:: Color woodcut on paper
Image courtesy of: Artsy

Description

In "Arctic Landscape," Ansei Uchima demonstrates a mastery of the woodblock medium with characteristic skill.

The woodblock technique allows for the characteristic interplay of precise line work and subtle color gradation that gives the image its distinctive presence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Arctic Landscape was created by Ansei Uchima (内間安瑆) in 1973.

Arctic Landscape depicts landscapes.