Kiichi Asano, two silver prints, 1953.

Kiichi Asano, Untitled, 1953

Silver Print. Image size: 12.5 x 17.5 in. (31.8 x 44.5 cm) Paper Size: 16 x 20 in. (40.6 x 50.8 cm) Signed, titled, dated and editioned with artist and estate stamps in Japanese ink on verso - Estimate: from $2,500 to $3,500

Kiichi Asano, A rainy Commencement Ceremony day, January 1953’ (ladies in kimonos with parasols), 1953

Silver Print, 16 x 20 in. (40.6 x 50.8 cm)  Signed, titled, dated and editioned with artist and estate stamps in Japanese ink on verso - Estimate: from $2,500 to $3,500

Note: Japanese photographer, Asano Kiichi, (1914 - 1993) found inspiration in the streets and traditions of Kyoto, creating works that reflect a city in transition and transformation. Working during a time periods when Kyoto was morphing into a modern city, Kiichi documented a disappearing culture and history. Other important subjects for Kiichi were Geishas, which he primarily documented in the 1950’s, and rural Japanese life. Kiichi received numerous awards and was a member of the Japan Professional Photographer’s Society.

Collections: Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Photography
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art

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