$500–$8,000. Common later works: $500–$1,500. Key value factors: His enormous output (lived to 102) means most works are accessible. Early black-and-white prints are most valued.
Nichiren Shōnin — the 13th-century monk who founded the Nichiren sect of Japanese Buddhism — is depicted here as part of the "Mantai Suriutsuchi no Uchi" series of Buddhist subjects. Hiratsuka's sustained engagement with Nichiren's life and teachings produced multiple prints of the monk in various iconic poses. This 1937 series entry presents the founder in his most devotional aspect.
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Nichiren Shonin, from the series Mantai Suriutsuchi No Uchi was created by Hiratsuka Un'ichi (平塚運一) in 1937.
Yes — Nichiren Shonin, from the series Mantai Suriutsuchi No Uchi is part of the Mantai Suriutsuchi No Uchi series by Hiratsuka Un'ichi.
Nichiren Shonin, from the series Mantai Suriutsuchi No Uchi depicts figures, religious, and portraits.
