Snow at Itsukushima with Shinto Torii by Hasui Kawase, 1935
Snow at Itsukushima with Shinto Torii by Hasui Kawase, 1935
Snow at Itsukushima is a mesmerizing woodblock print by Hasui Kawase, crafted in 1935. This renowned Japanese artist was a pivotal figure in the Shin-Hanga, or "New Prints" movement, known for revitalizing traditional ukiyo-e techniques with a contemporary edge. His works reflect a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western artistic influences, capturing serene landscapes with meticulous attention to detail.
Our offering includes a premium quality fine art print of Snow at Itsukushima, available on your choice of acid-free archival paper or luxurious artist's cotton canvas. The prints promise to endure the test of time, resisting both fading and wrinkling. You may select from various sizes, and further personalize your piece with custom framing options provided by The Unique Maps Co.
Hasui Kawase earned renown for his ability to convey quiet emotion through vibrant landscapes, often focusing on Japan's stunning seasonal transformations. Snow at Itsukushima displays an idyllic winter scene, emphasizing Kawase's mastery of light and shadow. Expanses of snow encase the red gates of Itsukushima Shrine, set against a tranquil backdrop of deep blues and soft grays. Snowflakes gently dust the landscape, bringing a serene ethereal quality to the composition. This print remains a quintessential representation of Kawase’s capability to infuse stillness and depth into a single moment.
Owning this artwork celebrates not just Kawase’s artistic vision but also Japanese culture and heritage. It's both a reflection on the peacefulness that winter can bring and an homage to the fruitful fusion of traditional and modern techniques characteristic of the Shin-Hanga movement.
Snow at Itsukushima by Hasui Kawase makes an exceptional gift for art connoisseurs and admirers of Japanese aesthetics, well-suited for occasions like housewarmings, birthdays, or cultural celebrations that appreciate the quiet dignity of this captivating scene.
If you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.
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You can also choose to age your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out lots of examples of other aged artwork.
The model in the listing images is holding the 24x36in (60x90cm) version of this art print.
I can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please get in touch.
This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.