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Shinoda Toko — Shugetsu (Autumn Moon)
Shinoda Toko

Shugetsu (Autumn Moon)

"Shugetsu (Autumn Moon)" by Shinoda Toko exemplifies the artist's distinctive approach to abstract calligraphy, blending traditional Japanese brushwork with modernist sensibilities. The composition features bold, gestural strokes that evoke both the luminous quality of moonlight and the ephemeral nature of the autumn season through minimalist means. Shinoda's work bridges Eastern and Western artistic traditions, transforming calligraphic forms into purely abstract expressions that prioritize the physical act of painting and its emotional resonance.

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Japanese and Korean Art

March 24, 2026

Estimate: $15,000$25,000

Lot 12

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Shinoda Toko, Shugetsu (Autumn Moon)

"Shugetsu (Autumn Moon)" by Shinoda Toko exemplifies the artist's distinctive approach to abstract calligraphy, blending traditional Japanese brushwork with modernist sensibilities. The composition features bold, gestural strokes that evoke both the luminous quality of moonlight and the ephemeral nature of the autumn season through minimalist means. Shinoda's work bridges Eastern and Western artistic traditions, transforming calligraphic forms into purely abstract expressions that prioritize the physical act of painting and its emotional resonance.

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20th Century, Contemplative, Calligraphic Abstraction, Minimalist Aesthetic, Zen Influence, Japanese Artist, Hanging Scroll, Abstract Expressionism, Ink on Paper, Moon and nature

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