Hasui Kawase, "Moon on the Arakawa River"

In this early-edition woodblock print, the Arakawa River, which runs from Saitama Prefecture through Tokyo, is shown from the banks in Akabane. Marvelously printed night scene with a full moon casting its light throughout the composition.

Date: 1929
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, 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.