Lot 3

With areas of discolouration; otherwise, overall in good condition.


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East and West Art Gallery, Melbourne, acquired directly from the artist.

Toko Shinoda was a renowned Japanese artist celebrated for blending traditional sumi ink techniques with modern abstract expressionism. Born in Dalian, China, and raised in Tokyo, Shinoda began studying calligraphy at a young age, profoundly influencing her later work in ink painting and printmaking.

In the 1950s, Shinoda gained international acclaim with exhibitions at prominent venues like the Museum of Modern Art in New York. By the 1960s, she had become a master of lithography, creating dynamic prints characterized by sweeping lines, bold contrasts, and metallic elements such as gold and silver.

Shinoda's art was a harmonious blend of Eastern calligraphic traditions and Western modernist approaches. She also contributed to large-scale public art projects, including murals and porcelain wall reliefs. Her works are held in major collections worldwide, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.

With a career spanning over six decades, Shinoda's influence continues to resonate in the art world, leaving a lasting legacy as one of Japan's most influential modern artists.