IDO MASAO 井堂雅夫 (Japan, 1945-2016) ‘Toriimoto’ (‘鳥居本’ - possibly the Tsutaya restaurant near Toriimoto) Oban yoko-e woodblock print Artist seal in the print on the lower right Handsigned in the margin on the lower central part Titled in the margin on the lower left Limited edition, numbered in the margin on the lower right: 44/150 Dimensions (the leaf): 38 x 47 cm Notes: Masao Ido was born in 1945 in Beipiao in Northeastern China. After his family returned to their hometown of Kyoto in 1960, he began his artistic career under Koho Yoshida, working with dyes, before shifting to woodblock prints in 1972. Under the tutelage of Shigechika Ohtsubo, Ido honed his distinct style. His work captures a sense of tranquility, whether in the sloping eaves of old houses or lush gardens. Ido has exhibited his work worldwide. His work can be found in numerous permanent collections, including the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. A self-printed woodblock possibly depicting the Tsutaya restaurant near Toriimoto. This print is said to be part of a collegial series of six (6) prints depicting Kyoto by three (3) popular woodblock artists, i.e. Tokuriki Tomichikiro (徳力富吉郎, Japan, 1920-2000), Clifton Karhu (USA and Japan, 1927-2007) and Ido Masao. NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.