2 prints by Saito Excellent condition, 1960 Framed - self carved, self printed
Print: 17x23 Framed: 26x32
Hello, this item is a pair of Japanese woodblock prints attributed to Kiyoshi Saito, dating to around 1960, and presented in later frames. The compositions, with their strong geometric structure, reduced palette, and textured woodgrain effects, are consistent with Saito’s well known Sosaku-hanga style, where the artist designs, carves, and prints the work himself. The visible signature and red seal, along with the vertical Japanese inscription, support the attribution, although full confirmation would require inspection outside the frame to verify edition numbers and paper margins. Saito was an important twentieth century Japanese printmaker, especially recognized after his participation in international exhibitions such as the São Paulo Biennale, and his prints are actively collected today.
From a market perspective, authentic mid century Kiyoshi Saito prints have a solid collector base, with value depending on rarity, subject, edition size, and condition. Interior architectural scenes and stylized landscapes such as these are among his recognizable works, though not always the most rare. Given the stated condition as excellent, but considering they are framed and not fully inspected, a realistic fair market value is $400 to $800 USD per print, with a combined value of $800 to $1,600 USD for the pair.