
Backwards, Forwards
2012
Yoshitomo Nara's woodblock print employs the traditional ukiyo-e technique rendered in vibrant colors on Japanese paper. The title suggests a meditation on opposing directions or perspectives, inviting viewers to consider multiple viewpoints. Using full sheets of traditional paper, the artist creates an immersive visual experience that honors printmaking heritage. Created in 2012, this work bridges classical Japanese artistic traditions with contemporary conceptual concerns. The color palette and composition reflect Nara's distinctive aesthetic sensibility.
- Medium
- Ukiyo-e woodblock print in colors, on Japanese paper, the full sheets
- Dimensions
🔨 Auction Lot
Vanguarts — Contemporary Dialogue
April 23, 2026
Estimate: $46,000 – $55,000
Lot 3
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