Mid-Century Yoshitoshi Mori Original Woodblock Stencil Print, Signed and Dated

Original mid-century woodblock stencil print by Yoshitoshi Mori in gorgeous deep crisp colors, signed and dated 1970 and marked with the artist's chop mark. The print depicts a Samurai warrior preparing for battle in Mori's typical almost geometric, contorted style. Yoshitoshi (1898-1992) is a highly collectible kappazuri artist known in particular for this type of kappazuri stencil prints. At home with any decor, Mori was particularly popular during the mid-century. Shrink wrapped on foam backing. Condition consistent with age: minor foxing, one spot upper right (shown) and one spot above signature (shown)and minor creasing at very edge, as shown, all noticeable only upon close inspection. Please see photos for details and condition. Measures approximately 12" w x 17 1/2" h. Yoshitoshi Mori (1898-1992) was a Japanese artist who specialized in kappazuri stencil prints. His colorful works generally depict scenes from the kabuki theatre, or subjects related to folk traditions and festivals. He is known for using earthy colors in his work, and for often positioning his figures in a somewhat contorted and dynamic way. He exhibited extensively in Japan and internationally and his artwork is in museums around the world. The mainstay of his great talent lies in his ability to not merely capture detail, but to boldly evoke emotions through his highly stylized designs.