Hasui Kawase, "Morning in Dotonbori, Osaka"

Fine, subtle colors throughout this early edition woodblock print showing the Dotonbori canal in Osaka in the morning.

Date: 1933
Size: Oban (approx. 10” X 15”)
Published by Watanabe Shozaburo (Seal D Hotei)
Condition: Excellent
Frame Shown: 16” x 24”, Classic Wood, 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.