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Travel Notes I (Travel Souvenir First Collection) Shihara Majestic Waterfall 1920

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This evocative print captures a majestic waterfall cascading between towering dark cliffs, the water rendered in crisp whites and delicate blues that contrast strikingly against the deep, shadowy rock formations. Flecks of vibrant autumn leaves swirl gently in the air, their warm orange hues punctuating the cool tones of the scene and adding a dynamic softness to the otherwise rugged landscape. The composition skillfully guides the eye from the energetic flow of the water upstream towards where it dramatically falls, its depiction radiating a sense of power and natural beauty.

Using traditional ukiyo-e woodblock techniques, the artist balances meticulous linework with subtle gradations of color, creating a textured realism infused with a poetic serenity. The balance of composition and color palette evokes the timeless atmosphere of a quiet, primeval moment in nature, inviting viewers to feel both the cool mist and the whisper of falling leaves. This work manifests the enduring Japanese reverence for natural elements, embodying a fusion of art and environment that speaks poignantly of the era’s landscape appreciation.

Travel Notes I (Travel Souvenir First Collection) Shihara Majestic Waterfall 1920

Hasui Kawase

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1920

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