The Golden Pavilion is Tokuriki's most frequently depicted single subject, and this standalone version outside the Sacred Places and monthly series offers yet another perspective on Kinkakuji. Tokuriki returned to this subject repeatedly throughout his long career, with each version reflecting his evolving style. Publisher editions range from $75-$300, and buyers should compare carefully to identify which specific version they are acquiring.
Kinkakuji — the Golden Pavilion — appears in this standalone Tokuriki print, its gold leaf exterior and elegant three-story structure reflected in the Kyoko-chi (Mirror Pond) in one of the most recognized architectural images in all of Japanese culture. Tokuriki returned to the Golden Pavilion across his career, and this version — distinct from his "Famous, Sacred and Historical Places" print of the same subject — may approach the building from a different angle or in a different season. The pond reflection that makes Kinkakuji so compositionally compelling is almost certainly present.
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Golden Pavilion was created by Tomikichiro Tokuriki (徳力富吉郎).
Golden Pavilion uses Nishiki-e, Moku-hanga, and Kento, on woodblock print.
Golden Pavilion was published by Unsodo.
Golden Pavilion depicts architecture, set at Kyoto, Kinkaku-ji.
