Kamishichiken
- Date:
- 1976
- Medium:
- Woodblock print, ink and color on paper
- Format:
- Oban
- Dimensions:
- 40.6 × 40.4 cm
- Source:
- Minneapolis Institute of Art
Typical Price
- Iconic Kyoto rooftop scene in excellent condition: $1,500–$3,500
- Good condition rooftop composition: $600–$1,800
- Standard edition impression (~100): $300–$800
Description
Kamishichiken — Kyoto's oldest geisha district, predating even Gion in its history — is Karhu's subject in this 1976 print, its traditional machiya townhouses and stone-paved streets rendered in the warm, specific tones that distinguish his Kyoto streetscape work. Karhu returned to Kamishichiken frequently, drawn to its quieter, less touristed character compared to Gion and to the particular quality of its evening light on old wood and stone. The print captures the district's atmosphere of restrained elegance.
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Featured in Collections
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kamishichiken was created by Clifton Karhu in 1976.
Kamishichiken depicts urban scenes and architecture.
Kamishichiken measures 40.6 × 40.4 cm (Oban format).