Hasui Kawase, "Yumoto Spa, Nikko"

Located next to Lake Yunoko in Nikko National Park, the onsen of Yumoto are shown on a clear, quiet evening. Spots of light from the onsen village on the banks provide spots of color in the design, while a tree in the foreground helps place the viewer in the scene as if they were standing on the banks of the lake. A marvelous composition of a rare piece. 

Date: 1937
Size: Oban
Published by Watanabe Shozaburo
Early, lifetime edition (6mm seal)
Condition: Excellent color and condition
Frame Shown: 16" x 24" x 1/2", Classic Wood, Clear Walnut

Hasui Kawase (1883-1957) is one of Japan's most important artists to emerge from the shin-hanga era. His prints are recognized throughout the world, with many of his woodblock prints elevating to icons of art and design.