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River Irukyu 1932

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This serene landscape captures a tranquil riverscape beneath a vast, cloud-dappled sky. The distant figure of Mount Fuji looms softly in the background, its iconic conical shape shrouded in a light mist that diffuses its presence with gentle mystery. The river flows calmly across the foreground, its gleaming surface reflecting subtle hues of the sky above, disrupted only by two slender boats manned by fishermen, quietly engaged in their daily craft.

The artist employs a masterful use of color gradation and delicate linework typical of the Shin-hanga style, blending soft blues, greens, and earthy browns to evoke a peaceful harmony between nature and human activity. The composition is balanced with a horizontal layering of elements – the sandy riverbanks in the foreground, the shimmering water, the green forested midground, and the undulating hills culminating in Mount Fuji. The light flurries of clouds beautifully punctuate the sky, adding a sense of depth and airiness. The overall mood is calm yet alive, inviting the viewer to hear the gentle lap of water and feel a cool breeze on their skin—a timeless moment frozen in quiet contemplation.

River Irukyu 1932

Hasui Kawase

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1932

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6561 × 4342 px

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