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Snow at Zojoji Temple

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This stunning woodblock print captures a serene winter scene at a traditional Japanese temple, its vibrant red facade sharply contrasting against the soft blues and whites of a gentle snowfall. The architectural details are meticulously rendered, with the building's tiered roof bending slightly under the weight of fresh snow, and intricate wooden latticework that invites the eye to explore deep within the structure's embrace. Delicate snowflakes cascade softly from a dim, overcast sky, infusing the entire composition with a hushed tranquility that seems to envelop both the figures standing beneath umbrellas and the lone passerby walking along the quiet street. The carefully chosen color palette—dominated by the bold vermilion of the temple and cool, muted blues and grays of the environment—creates a compelling visual balance that feels both crisp and warm, evoking the chill in the air alongside the inner peace found in sacred spaces.

Snow at Zojoji Temple

Hasui Kawase

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1953

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2999 × 2282 px

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