<b>NEW MEXICO</b> / Kiyoshi SaitoUndated<b>SOLD</b></em>

Details

In this captivating watercolor painting by Kiyoshi Saito, the vast expanse of a bright New Mexican night sky dominates, while below, the scene unfolds with a sense of quietude and intrigue as the viewer is drawn into the intimate details of a town plaza. Through a corridor, a man wearing a sombrero stands, his figure rendered with a graceful simplicity that belies a deeper complexity. Saito's distinctive brushstrokes infuse the composition with life and movement, creating a palpable sense of texture and shadow that adds depth to the scene. Each stroke seems to pulse with energy, animating the otherwise contemplative atmosphere of the painting. Through his masterful manipulation of light and form, Saito invites the viewer to immerse themselves in the quiet beauty of this nocturnal vignette, where the boundaries between reality and imagination blur in the enchanting embrace of the night.

Connoisseur's Note

Saito's original pieces are exceedingly scarce, with the majority being commissioned and are seldom seen for sale in the secondary market. This particular painting stands out for its depiction of a location in the United States, adding to its significance. It serves as an excellent representation of the artist's distinctive style and presents a rare chance to own an authentic original by this master of 20th-century woodblock prints.