Hasui Kawase, "Ninomiya"

Located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Ninomiya Beach is shown on a Spring evening with a full moon. A lone figure is shown walking in the composition which is rich with soft green and blue colors. This rare, later edition print was produced from the original woodblocks and acquired directly from the descendants of Doi Hanga. 

Date: 1931
Size: Oban
Published by Doi
Later 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.