Hasui Kawase, "Konjikido in Snow"

Konjikido sits at the heart of the Chuson-ji Temple complex in Iwate Prefecture. This woodblock print is Hasui Kawase's last design. The lone figure ascending the stairs in the design can be said to represent Hasui's final journey in life. This scarce woodblock print comes from a later edition printing from the original woodblocks.

Date: 1957
Size: Oban
Published by Watanabe
Late edition
Condition: Fine
Frame Shown: 16" x 24" x 1/2", Classic Wood, Ebony

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.