To North by F
- Date:
- 1971
- Medium:
- Woodblock print, ink and color on paper
- Dimensions:
- 55.7 × 55.6 cm
- Edition:
- Self-printed
- Source:
- Minneapolis Institute of Art
Description
A 1971 woodblock print in ink and color on paper whose cryptic title suggests a journey northward, with the letter "F" perhaps designating a specific route, mode of travel, or position within a series. The northward direction in Japan carries associations with cold, remoteness, and the rugged landscapes of Tohoku and Hokkaido, regions that attracted artists seeking scenery untouched by southern urbanization. Takahashi's composition likely evokes the qualities of northern travel: the gradual cooling of color temperature, the widening of open spaces, and the thinning of human habitation as one moves away from the densely populated Pacific coast. The enigmatic "F" suffix adds a systematic, almost scientific quality to what might otherwise be a purely lyrical subject.
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Frequently Asked Questions
To North by F was created by Takahashi Rikio (高橋力雄) in 1971.
To North by F depicts landscapes and abstract.
To North by F measures 55.7 × 55.6 cm.