"Kangetsu" (Moon Viewing) from the series Setsugekka (Snow-Moon-Flower). This shows a beautiful Japanese pagoda at night. Artist seal: "Masa" Hand signed and titled in pencil by artist. Hand numbered limited edition 4/200 and dated 2002. Large Paper size is 18 and 7/8 inches wide by 15 inches tall. Printed on thick Japanese paper. Sprinkled with silver and gold mica flakes in the sky and the landscape simulating full moon reflection. Very strong colors, typical ink bleed through, never framed. Condition is near excellent; paper crease in margin is noted. Very low number print. Most romantic Japanese mood.

Masao Ido, was born 1945 then moved to Japan in 1946 where he lives still today.  Masao Ido was born in North-East China. He studied in Kyoto with Yoshida Koho and Otsubo Shigechika. Masao Ido belongs to the top group of established contemporary Japanese artists. His works are in the possession of the New York Modern Art Museum, the Boston Art Museum, the Kyoto and Tokyo National Museum, the Florence Municipal Museum and a few more. Extensive publications and exhibitions inside Japan and Internationally. We will gladly provide additional pictures upon request