Sakura Shell - 桜貝

ROKURO TANIUCHI (1921 - 1981)

44.5 x 63 cm

Rokuro Taniuchi's Sakura Shell beautifully captures the innocence and wonder of childhood. This serene print portrays two small children playing on a quiet beach, engrossed in the simple joy of collecting shells.

The soft tones and minimalist composition, hallmarks of Taniuchi’s aesthetic, create an atmosphere of tranquility and nostalgia. His meticulous attention to detail and ability to evoke emotion through subtlety lend the scene an almost dreamlike quality. 

Sakura Shell embodies Taniuchi's unique ability to freeze fleeting, tender moments in time, making it a quintessential example of his poetic artistry.