How do Japanese artists create woodblock prints such as The Drum-Bridge at the Kameido Tenjin Shrine?
They assemble the image by using very thin slices of
wood, which is then inked and printed.
They print the large shapes of color by using rubber
stamps and then hand paint the fine outlines.
They brush ink onto hand-carved wooden blocks and
then transfer the image onto wa-shi paper.
The Drum-Bridge att
Katsushika Hokusai
They divide the image into four equal sections and
print one part at a time.

These traits are all equally important in recognizing the validity of artwork mainly due to an artists' consistent style and reputation which they have developed over a lengthy period of time. most famous paintings contain specific characteristics of the artist who created it. an appraiser would pay close attention to certain key elements within the painting, as well as an accuracy in measurement and color shade. blended textures and outlines are essential in recognizing an authentic piece from a copy. signature and imagery exist in epic proportions to balance out each trait as they coexist in harmony, depending on preference and style of each artist. no two original pieces are virtually identical, although it may be almost impossible to see discrepancy with the naked eye.