Vintage Japanese Sosaku-Hanga Woodblock Print — Abstract Clown Profile with Surreal Spider Eye — Modernist Japan Linocut Art

Original Japanese Sosaku-Hanga Linocut Print — Abstract Clown Profile with Spider Eye

An authentic vintage hand-printed linocut or woodblock, dating from around 1960–80, created in the spirit of the Sōsaku-hanga (Creative Print) movement in Japan. This captivating piece features a bold side-profile of a clown-like face rendered in vivid red and orange tones on paper.

A striking highlight is the surreal eye shaped like a spider — a playful yet slightly eerie symbol that hints at hidden stories and the avant-garde imagination of Japan’s mid-century modernists. The fluid, almost organic forms contrast beautifully with sharp graphic edges, evoking the works of renowned artists like Okamoto Tarō and Munakata Shikō.

There is no visible artist signature or seal, making this a charming mystery treasure for collectors who appreciate unique modern Japanese prints. The back of the sheet shows a beautiful ink bleed-through, a hallmark of genuine hand printing on paper.

📏 Paper size: approx. 16 × 22 cm
📌 Condition: Excellent vintage condition.
📦 Ships securely from Latvia (Riga Gallery of Japanese Art “CloudyYokomido”), professionally packed to protect your unique piece of Japanese modern art.

A perfect addition for collectors, interior designers, or anyone drawn to rare Sōsaku-hanga works with a surreal twist.

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