Hasui Kawawe, "Morning at Arayu Spa, Shiobara"

Looking out of the balcony at the surrounding hills, the composition transports the viewer into an elegant room at the Arayu spas in Shiobara. A wonderful composition with beautiful colors throughout. A first-edition impression.

Date: 1946
Size: Oban
Published by Watanabe Shozaburo (6mm seal)
Condition: Fine color and condition
Frame Shown: 16" x 24" x 1/2", 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.