Girl in Shell 1960

"Girl in Shell" is a 1960 woodblock print by Japanese artist Kaoru Kawano (1916-1965). The print depicts a stylized, white-faced girl with long dark hair, resting inside a large seashell. The girl's facial features are simplified, and her body is mostly concealed, emphasizing the shell's presence. The use of black, white, and brown tones creates a sense of both simplicity and depth, characteristic of Kawano's style. The artwork's subject matter and simplified forms evoke a sense of innocence and vulnerability, creating a poignant and evocative image.