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Japanese Landscape Collection Kyoto Daigokuden 1922

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This evocative scene captures a majestic Japanese temple complex rendered with delicate woodblock print techniques synonymous with the ukiyo-e tradition. The fiery vermilion of the temple's wooden framework sharply contrasts with the muted greens of the window panels and the soft natural shades of the surrounding foliage, evoking a sense of timeless harmony between architecture and nature. The rooflines, characterized by their sweeping curves and ornamental details, convey both elegance and structural discipline, guiding the eye upward into the pale blue sky.

In the foreground, a group of figures dressed in traditional kimonos brings the scene to life, their subdued movements and varied ages hinting at a gentle cultural reverence for history and family. The artist’s skillful handling of line and color captures not only the physicality of the temple but also its serene atmosphere—an interplay of human presence within a place of enduring spiritual significance. The print beautifully exemplifies early 20th-century Japanese aesthetics, bridging a historic legacy with modern sensibilities, inviting viewers to step into a quiet moment of contemplation amid vibrant tradition.

Japanese Landscape Collection Kyoto Daigokuden 1922

Hasui Kawase

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1922

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