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Description:
Framed Japanese woodblock style print depicting a solitary figure walking through falling snow beneath a traditional straw umbrella. The figure is dressed in dark robes with a light blue head covering and wooden sandals, moving quietly along a snow-covered path beside a winter tree.
The composition reflects the aesthetic of the Shin-hanga movement and is stylistically associated with the work of Japanese master printmaker Kawase Hasui (1883–1957), renowned for his atmospheric seasonal scenes and tranquil landscapes. Soft gradations of gray and white snowfall contrast with the darker robes and umbrella, creating a peaceful winter scene.
Two red seal marks appear in the lower corner of the print in the traditional manner of Japanese artist and publisher seals. The artwork is mounted within a decorative mat featuring pale blue geometric accents and housed in a gold-tone frame.
Details
• Artist: After Kawase Hasui
• Medium: Japanese woodblock style print
• Style: Shin-hanga winter scene
• Subject: Woman with umbrella walking in snowfall
• Frame: Gold-tone frame with decorative mat
Condition
Good overall display condition. Frame shows light wear consistent with age and handling. Artwork remains well presented behind glass.