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Tsukuda Sumiyoshi Shrine, 1936

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This exquisite woodblock print captures a serene harbor scene at twilight, featuring a massive torii gate standing proudly in the foreground. The monumental structure, rendered in deep blues and grays, contrasts beautifully against the soft pastel hues of the sky that shift from a warm peach near the horizon to cooler blue-greens above. Delicate brushwork and subtle gradations of color bring the twilight atmosphere to life, evoking a sense of calm and reverence.

The composition is carefully balanced; the bold vertical lines of the torii and surrounding poles guide the eye toward the tranquil water dotted with slender ship masts, hinting at the local maritime culture. Fine, precise lines craft a rhythmic sense of structure, while the muted palette emphasizes nature's fading light. The print reflects a moment suspended between day and night, inviting quiet contemplation, and carries the hallmark of the Shin-hanga movement, which revitalized traditional ukiyo-e with fresh perspectives and modern techniques.

Tsukuda Sumiyoshi Shrine, 1936

Hasui Kawase

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1936

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3952 × 5512 px

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