- Kuri to Shizuku (Chestnuts and Drops) - Etching " dated 1973

" dated 1973

” and the artist’s red seal are all inscribed in pencil on the bottom margin

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which are characteristic of boldly crafted Sōsaku Hanga prints

- Kuri to Shizuku (Chestnuts and Drops) - Etching " dated 1973The enchanting woodblock print "Kuri to Shizuku" (Chestnuts and Drops) is by Mitsuru Hiraki (b. 1958). The interplay of shimmering chestnuts and gentle drops against a tranquil aquamarine background creates a soothing, meditative atmosphere. Hiraki often draws inspiration from everyday elements in natureseeds, leaves, petals, and even the shape of a heartcapturing their quiet, understated beauty. His vivid and distinctive color palettes are instantly