Usami Kuninori, Work 35, 1990s
Oil on canvas
52 x 72 cm (visible), 55 x 74 x 3 cm (framed)
Condition: Good
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Usami Kunonori (Japanese, 1929-2014) was born in the Nakano-ward of Tokyo. Throughout his career, he actively participated in exhibitions organised by the Jiyu Bijutsu Kyokai, and also presented works at the Shutai Bijutsu Kyokai. He continued to showcase his works at exhibitions held by the associations until his passing in 2014.
Usami’s paintings carry a sort of charm and are seen to have much potential. As a graduate of the Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, he worked there as a technical officer. The resurfacing of his artwork today has a striking sense of originality and deep spiritual presence. A lot of qualities in his works stand apart from much of contemporary art in modern times.
His work has been exhibited in Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Provenance includes Tsukuba Gallery in Japan, Kato Art Duo Gallery in Singapore, and private collections in Asia.
Acquired from Kato Art Duo Gallery in February 2017.
(Photographed in September 2025)