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Rainbow of Kaga Hatta

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This serene landscape immerses the viewer in a quiet riverside village, where a series of thatched roofs sway gently beneath a sky streaked with a faint yet vibrant rainbow arching across the horizon. The trees, painted with delicate yet deliberate lines, seem to dance with the wind, their branches bending in harmony with the scene's peaceful yet dynamic energy. The water's surface captures a reflective stillness, inviting a trance-like calm. The color palette balances soft blues and earthy browns with the unexpected splash of pastel rainbows, highlighting the transient beauty of nature amidst human habitation. The artist's traditional woodblock technique evokes nostalgia and reverence for rural life in early 20th-century Japan, blending careful composition with emotional depth. There is a subtle tension between movement and stillness, solitude and connection, making the artwork feel timeless and meditative.

Rainbow of Kaga Hatta

Hasui Kawase

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1924

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4040 × 2650 px

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