Takeo Takei Japanese Limited Edition Woodblock Print "Autumn Leaves", 1964 soapstone decor and housewares as well

decor and housewares as well as modern and historic objects acquired from travels around the world

They measure 3 1/2" in diameter and 1 1/8" tall and are in very good vintage condition

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He looks a bit like a dog with antlers and a head-dress

it measures approximately 6 3/4 inches tall

Takeo Takei Japanese Limited Edition Woodblock Print "Autumn Leaves", 1964 soapstone decor and housewares as wellThis woodblock print is the work of Takeo Takei (1894 1983), a painter, printmaker and highly influential illustrator, especially known for his work for childrens books and his belief in making artwork that respected and nurtured a childs imagination. Well, yes! It dates to 1964, and was created to represent the month of October in a limited edition calendar produced by the Yoseido Gallery. Indeed, it strikes me as a wonderfully poetic representation