Hasui Kawase, "Snow at Nezu Shrine

Situated in Tokyo, the Nezu Shrine is one of Japan’s oldest Shinto shrines. In this beautiful composition by Hasui Kawase, two visitors are greeted on a snowy day as they approach the shrine’s romon (tower gate). The central hall of Nezu Shrine is shown in the background.

Date: 1936
Size: Oban
Late edition
Publisher: S. Watanabe
Condition: Fine, no problems to note
Shown in Modern Metal, Walnut Frame

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.