Azechi Umetarô (1902 - 1999)

Dr. Kagawa

SKU: 07702

Azechi Umetarô (1902 - 1999)

Dr. Kagawa

Name: Dr. Kagawa
Brand: Azechi Umetarô
SKU: 07702
Availability: OutOfStock

SKU: 07702

Paper size 37.2 x 25.0 cm

Original Date 1960

Edition Date 1960

Carver/printer Azechi Umetaro / Azechi Umetaro

Description Dr. Kagawa Paper size: 25 x 37.2 cm. Dated 1960, so probably a memorial portrait. Signed and dated in pencil by the artist, printed by "M. Yoneda", whose name is blindprinted in the bottom margin. Some information about Dr Kagawa: "Toyohiko Kagawa (1888-1960) chose to live in the slums of Tokyo. When defeat came to Japan after the terrible war, the Prime Minister sent for Kagawa and said, "It is not our bodies that need help, it's our minds - our spirits. Dr Kagawa, you must help to put the spirit of Jesus into the hearts of our people. You must teach us how to love our enemies!" "

Condition Fine impression and colours, very good condition.