Kawase Hasui Woodblock Print, Karikachi Pass, New Eight Views Of Japan

Description

Hawase Kasui, Karikachi Mountain Pass, from the series
The New Eight Best Scenery of Japan,
"Nihon Shin Hakkei". Fantastic version of a Hasui series originally published by Bijutsusha in the late 1920s. These striking prints feature beautiful views of traditional Japanese landscapes, rendered with fine detail, sophisticated color, and soft bokashi shading like the originals. This rare chuban set was issued in 1974 by the Ukiyo-e Hanga Publishing Society. Comes with the original booklet.
Karikachi Mountain Pass -
Striking moonlit view of the mountain pass at Karikachi in winter. A full moon glows softly in the sky, illuminating the snow in the valley below, creating sharp contrast with the deep shadows. A fantastic design with beautiful effects of light.
Artist -
Hasui (1883 - 1957)
Image Size
Kawase Hasui Woodblock Print, Karikatsu Pass, New Eight Views Of Japan Series.
Publisher: Ukiyoe hanga kankoukai, (Ukiyo-e Hanga Publishing Society), reproduction
Karikachi Pass is a mountain pass that crosses the Hidaka Mountains in central Hokkaido, and is the only transportation route connecting Ishikari and Tokachi. Altitude: 726 m. It is famous for its magnificent view overlooking the Tokachi Plain.