vintage SERIZAWA cALENDAR 1961

This calendar was printed in 1960 by Serizawa Keisuke who was a widely admired and acclaimed Katazome style printer..  He was the leading artist of "Mingei" (Japanese Folk Art) and was named a "Living National Treasure" in 1956.  After World War II, Serizawa founded his own teaching studio and workshop and began designing and printing a yearly calendar using the beautiful hand stenciling techniques he had acquired.  This calendar measures 11-1/2" x 14-1/2" and is in perfect condition.  It is printed on mulberry paper and comes with the original handmade paper envelope.  What a find!