St. George and the Dragon [small] In this small format, Sadao Watanabe has produced an image full of movement and interesting expression, from the alert look of Saint George to the intense, fearful expression of the serpent
The Adoration of the Three Kings(2) The three Kings crowd close to Mary and the Christchid, their hands raised in adoration in this charming image; all figures are contained within a rectangular group, conveying a sense of urgency and focused attention. Fine detailed design and color throughout. Pencil signed and dated
Division-B This is one of Hamanishi's older prints, no longer available. Here he uses geometric shapes in a subtle combination of natural and man-made objects. These are subtly detailed against the wonderful,deep , soft black of the mezzotint's background.
Nativity - small In this Nativity, Mary and the Christ Child are shown under a heavy coverlet, as Joseph, raising a careful finger, stands guard outside; one of the Kings has entered, bearing a gift; the animals crane their necks, peering out protectively. In this early Print, dated 1967, the decorative elements and patterning of details are evident, whereas gestures are held in check.
Dim No. 3 A clean, sophisticated composition of lacquered black and mat green/black abstract shapes. Beautiful in its understated subtlety and absolutely pristing and masterful in execution.
Colors are softer and more muted in the original - this print is difficult to photograph
#731 - Cicada Little owl looks out pensively; these single little figures in Akiyama's oevre, are frequently very expressive and have an almost human quality
