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Kaoru Kawano Prints

Japanese, 1916-1965
Kaoru Kawano was a woodblock print artist who worked during the Showa period (1926-1989). Born in Hokkaido in 1916, Kawano studied at Kawabata Art School during the 1930s. He gained an international reputation through successfulsolo exhibitions in North America and elsewhere.
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Creator: Kaoru Kawano
Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Print The Big Owl
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
An engaging and quite coveted work by famed Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano who was known for his whimsical portrayals of women, children, and animals. Stylistically, he was one of the first Japanese artists to combine Western-style elements with the traditional methods of woodblock printmaking. This work is known as "The Big Owl" Kawano's owl images are some of his most popular works, this one in particular. This print is hand signed in pencil and sealed (in red) by Kawano within the image. This work is a quite rare self-printed lifetime print. Prints made and signed by Kawano are becoming harder to find. A very beautiful and rich image. Would make for a great addition to any Japanese art and print collection or eye-catching stand-out accent work in about any setting. Frame dimensions: 21.25" high, 16.25" wide, .5" deep Viewable art: 14.5" x 9.5". Please note that the work is framed but there is no glass covering...
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Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Print The Big Owl
Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Print The Big Owl

Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Print The Big Owl

$695
Kaoru Kawano Signed Large Japanese Woodblock Print Dancing Geisha Figure Eshima
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful work by famed Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano who was known for his whimsical portrayals of women, children, and animals. Stylistically, he was one of the first Japanese artists to combine Western-style elements with the traditional methods of woodblock printmaking. This work is known as "Dancing Figure (Eshima)" The print is signed (in white ink within the image) and sealed (in red) by Kawano. This work is a quite rare self-printed lifetime double dai Oban large-size print. The quality and colors are striking. It is likely from a limited edition and perhaps numbered on the lower margin (we can not verify as it was previously framed but we are confident that this is the case). A very beautiful and rich image. Would make for a great addition to any Japanese art and print collection or Stand-out accent work in about any setting. Frame dimensions: 30.5" high, 20.5" wide, .5" deep Viewable art...
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Kaoru Kawano Signed Large Japanese Woodblock Print Dancing Geisha Figure Eshima
Kaoru Kawano Signed Large Japanese Woodblock Print Dancing Geisha Figure Eshima

Kaoru Kawano Signed Large Japanese Woodblock Print Dancing Geisha Figure Eshima

$895
Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Dancer Figure with Fan Mai Ogi
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful work by famed Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano who was known for his whimsical portrayals of women, children, and animals. Stylistically, he was one of the first Japanese art...
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Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Dancer Figure with Fan Mai Ogi
Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Dancer Figure with Fan Mai Ogi

Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Dancer Figure with Fan Mai Ogi

$395
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Located in Atlanta, GA
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Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Kannon (Buddha) as Mother Holding Child
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful work by famed Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano who was known for his whimsical portrayals of women, children, and animals. Stylistically, he was one of the first Japanese pri...
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Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Kannon (Buddha) as Mother Holding Child
Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Kannon (Buddha) as Mother Holding Child

Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Kannon (Buddha) as Mother Holding Child

H 18.25 in W 13.75 in D 0.5 in
Kaoru Kawano Signed Framed Japanese Woodblock Print Two Girls
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful and charming work by famed Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano who was known for his whimsical portrayals of women, children, and animals. Stylistically, he was one of the first...
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Kaoru Kawano Signed Framed Japanese Woodblock Print Two Girls
Kaoru Kawano Signed Framed Japanese Woodblock Print Two Girls

Kaoru Kawano Signed Framed Japanese Woodblock Print Two Girls

H 20 in W 13.25 in D 1 in
Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Girl with Candle Light Flame
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful work by famed Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano who was known for his whimsical portrayals of women, children, and animals. Stylistically, he was one of the first Japanese art...
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Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Girl with Candle Light Flame
Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Girl with Candle Light Flame

Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Girl with Candle Light Flame

H 19 in W 13 in D 0.1 in
Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Kokeshi Doll
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful work by famed Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano who was known for his whimsical portrayals of women, children, and animals. Stylistically, he was one of the first Japanese art...
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Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Kokeshi Doll
Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Kokeshi Doll

Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print Kokeshi Doll

H 16.5 in W 11.25 in D 0.1 in
Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print of Dancing Geisha Figure Eshima
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful work by famed Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano who was known for his whimsical portrayals of women, children, and animals. Stylistically, he was one of the first Japanese art...
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Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print of Dancing Geisha Figure Eshima
Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print of Dancing Geisha Figure Eshima

Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print of Dancing Geisha Figure Eshima

H 16.5 in W 11 in D 0.1 in
Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Couple
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful and serene work by famed Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano who was known for his whimsical portrayals of women, children, and animals. Stylistically, he was one of the first J...
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Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Couple
Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Couple

Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Couple

H 24 in W 18 in D 0.1 in
Kaoru Kawano Signed Rare Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Maria Kwannon
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
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Kaoru Kawano Signed Rare Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Maria Kwannon
Kaoru Kawano Signed Rare Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Maria Kwannon

Kaoru Kawano Signed Rare Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Maria Kwannon

H 24.5 in W 18.25 in D 0.1 in
Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Tanpopo Dandelion Seed
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful and serene woodblock print by famed Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano who was known for his whimsical portrayals of children and animals. Stylistically, he was one of the firs...
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Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Tanpopo Dandelion Seed
Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Tanpopo Dandelion Seed

Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Tanpopo Dandelion Seed

H 22.25 in W 16 in D 0.75 in
Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Doves and Girl
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful and serene work by famed Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano who was known for his whimsical portrayals of children and animals. Stylistically, he was one of the first Japanese ...
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Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Doves and Girl
Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Doves and Girl

Kaoru Kawano Signed Lifetime Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Doves and Girl

H 23 in W 16.75 in D 1 in
Kaoru Kawano Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Maria Kwannon Virgin Mary Jesus
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful composition of a mother and child with clear with Christian symbolism in the background. As Christianity was not permitted as practice for many years in Japan, many artists had to find a way to disguise Christian imagery in their artwork, in this case depicting the Virgin Mary and Jesus...
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Kaoru Kawano Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Maria Kwannon Virgin Mary Jesus
Kaoru Kawano Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Maria Kwannon Virgin Mary Jesus

Kaoru Kawano Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Maria Kwannon Virgin Mary Jesus

H 20.25 in W 14.25 in D 1 in
Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print "Kamuro"
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
A whimsical image of a young girl dancing in her kimono by well known Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano. The print is sealed/stamped but likely a posthumous edition. The print has b...
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Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print "Kamuro"
Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print "Kamuro"

Kaoru Kawano Japanese Woodblock Print "Kamuro"

H 20.25 in W 14.25 in D 1 in
Kaoru Kawano Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print "Kwannon"
By Kaoru Kawano
Located in Studio City, CA
A stately print titled "Kwannon" of the Bodhisattva of compassion by well know Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano. The print is pencil signed, sealed with the artist's stamp, titled an...
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Kaoru Kawano Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print "Kwannon"
Kaoru Kawano Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print "Kwannon"

Kaoru Kawano Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print "Kwannon"

H 25 in W 19 in D 1 in

Kaoru Kawano prints for sale on 1stDibs.

Kaoru Kawano prints are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of paper and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Kaoru Kawano prints, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original prints by Kaoru Kawano were created in the mid-century modern style in japan during the 1950s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider prints by Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III), Hiroshi Yoshida, and Clifton Karhu. Prices for Kaoru Kawano prints can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $399 and can go as high as $895, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $425.

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