Arai Yoshimune, "Suma Beach"

Originally produced in c. 1930s, the night scene prints of Hasegawa/Nishinomiya are atmospheric and unburdened by large amounts of color. Dominated by palettes of blue and black, the simplicity of the designs are striking. Here we see Suma Beach on a clear night and full moon with fishermen.

Date: c. 1930s
Size: Chuban
Publisher: Nishinomiya (later edition)
Condition: Excellent color and condition

Little is known about the artists employed by Hasegawa/Nishinomiya to produce these series of prints. The artists who produced these prints include Eijiro, Shoda Koho, Yoshimoto Gesso, and Arai Yoshimune.