A rare vintage 1980s print by Japanese artist Ichiro Tsuruta, featuring an elegant woman in turquoise blue, black, and ivory. The clean lines, stylized features, and sophisticated fashion imagery reflect Tsuruta’s distinctive Art Deco-influenced aesthetic.
The print is professionally displayed beneath clear glazing with layered cream, gray, and black matting in a slim gold-tone metal frame. The reverse retains its original Frame of Mine label from Brookwood Village in Birmingham, Alabama.
About the Artist
Born in Japan in 1954, Ichiro Tsuruta studied graphic design at Tama Art University and became known for his modern interpretation of bijin-ga—portraits of beautiful women. His work combines Japanese artistic traditions with influences from Art Deco, Art Nouveau, and fashion illustration. Although sometimes compared stylistically to Patrick Nagel, Tsuruta developed his own distinctly Japanese approach to modern feminine portraiture.
Details
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Artist: Ichiro Tsuruta
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Estimated era: 1980s
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Vintage print on paper
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Printing technique not confirmed
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Art Deco / modern Japanese bijin-ga style
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Turquoise blue, black, ivory, and gold
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Layered matting
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Gold-tone metal frame
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Clear glazing
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Original Birmingham, Alabama framing label
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Portrait orientation
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Ready to hang
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No edition number or limited-edition documentation present
Measurements
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Overall frame: approximately 10¼" wide × just under 12½" tall, 1" thickness
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Visible print: approximately 5" wide × 7" tall
Condition
The print itself displays well. The clear glazing has a visible crack along the lower-right area. The gold-tone metal frame has minor scratches and scuffs consistent with age. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the condition description.
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