by Ito Sozan
$200–$1,500. Common bird prints: $200–$500. Key value factors: Ito Sozan's bird-and-flower prints are charming and affordably priced. Well-preserved examples with vivid color are most valued.
"Untitled" is a [shin-hanga](/glossary/shin-hanga) print by Ito Sozan, created during the Taisho and Showa periods. This abstract work reflects the artist's exploration of form, color, and texture through the printing medium.
Ito Sozan approaches abstraction through the unique constraints and possibilities of printmaking, where the grain of the material, the pressure of the tool, and the interaction of pigment and paper all contribute to the final image. His naturalistic compositions capture the beauty and character of wildlife with delicate linework and subtle color harmonies.
This print represents Ito Sozan's contribution to the shin-hanga tradition during the Taisho and Showa periods. As with all works by this artist, it reflects both individual artistic vision and the broader cultural moment in which it was created. For collectors and admirers of Japanese printmaking, it offers a window into the sophisticated aesthetic world that produced some of the most beloved images in art history.
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Untitled (ito-sozan) was created by Ito Sozan (伊藤宗山).
Untitled (ito-sozan) depicts abstract.
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