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Travel Notes I (First Collection of Travel Souvenirs) Lake Towada Senjōmaku 1919

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This evocative woodblock print stunningly captures a sweeping natural landscape dominated by an imposing precipice, layered with lush green foliage and a calm body of water in the foreground. The bold cliff face, rendered in deep grays and greens, contrasts vividly against the soft billowing clouds and vibrant blue sky above, driving the eye upward while a solitary boat with a white sail peacefully drifts across the tranquil lake below. The scene vibrates with a peaceful solitude yet breathes with life, as though inviting the viewer to listen to the gentle lapping of water and whisper of leaves in the breeze.

The artist’s mastery is evident in the delicate gradations of color and the sharp, textured lines that define the trees and rock formations. The balanced composition - the cliff offset by the expansive sky and placid water - lends a harmonious rhythm to this print. Made in 1919, this piece reflects the shin-hanga movement’s effort to blend traditional ukiyo-e techniques with modern sensibilities, creating a fresh yet timeless connection to Japan’s majestic landscapes. Its emotional impact is one of awe and calm reverence for the natural world, infused with a quiet clarity that lingers long after viewing.

Travel Notes I (First Collection of Travel Souvenirs) Lake Towada Senjōmaku 1919

Hasui Kawase

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1919

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