Mother Love 1964

"Mother Love" is a 1964 woodblock print by Kiyoshi Saito (1907-1997). The artwork depicts a mother cat, with a spotted brown and white coat, looking down at her small, black kitten. The artist's signature and a red seal are in the bottom right corner of the print. The simple shapes and bold lines of the cats contrast with the textured background. Saito's work is known for its stark beauty and its exploration of themes of family, love, and nature. This print showcases these themes, offering a poignant moment of maternal care and the innocence of youth.