
- Go Go Koinobori (Ai) -
** ON SALE ** The beautiful woodblock print 'Go Go Koinobori (Ai)' is by Kunio Kaneko. Koinobori are carp-shaped flags traditionally displayed during Tango-no-Sekku (Boys’ Festival) in Japan. The top flag features the kanji 愛 (Ai), meaning “love.” The print is rendered in rich, vibrant colors that create a striking contrast. The limited edition number “311” references the date of the devastating 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami (March 11, 2011). Through this work, the artist expresses a heartfelt message of hope—that with love and unity, we can overcome even the greatest disasters. Technique: WoodblockPaper size: 11 and 5/8 inches wide by 8 and 1/8 inches tall (29.5 x 20.5 cm)Image size: 10 and 1/4 inches wide by 6 and 1/4 inches tall (26 x 16 cm)Sheet number: 273/311Date: 2011Signed: The artist signed "Kunio Kaneko" in pencil on the bottom margin.Condition: In new condition. There are the faintest ink smudges on the bottom margin and within the image (near the lettering on the top f