{"product_id":"snow-at-zoji-temple-hasui-kawase","title":"Snow at Zoji Temple - Hasui Kawase","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Shin-hanga woodblock print by Hasui Kawase, depicting the serene Zoji-ji temple in Tokyo during a winter snowfall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eSnow at Zoji Temple is a representative work by Hasui Kawase, a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement. Produced in 1925, this woodblock print captures the quiet atmosphere of the Zoji-ji temple grounds in Tokyo during a winter snowfall. The composition focuses on the contrast between the deep, vermilion architecture of the temple gate and the cool, muted tones of the snow-covered courtyard.\n\nKawase utilised the traditional woodblock medium to achieve atmospheric effects, particularly the depiction of falling snow. The white flecks are rendered through the careful application of negative space and embossing techniques, which create a sense of depth against the dark, moody sky. A lone figure carrying an umbrella provides a sense of scale, drawing the viewer into the scene. The pine tree to the right, heavy with snow, balances the verticality of the temple gate, creating a structured yet natural arrangement.\n\nAs a practitioner of the Shin-hanga style, Kawase sought to modernise the traditional ukiyo-e aesthetic by incorporating Western principles of light, shadow, and perspective. This print demonstrates his ability to convey specific weather conditions and times of day, moving away from the flat, decorative qualities of earlier Japanese prints. The work reflects his interest in the changing appearance of familiar Japanese locations under different seasonal conditions. The print remains a clear example of his technical precision and his focus on the emotional resonance of quiet, urban spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mallards-ohara-koson-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMallards - Ohara Koson — Ohara Koson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/obatan-parrot-hiroshi-yoshida\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eObatan Parrot - Hiroshi Yoshida — Hiroshi Yoshida\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hasui Kawase","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58091112923471,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58091122295119,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58091122327887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58091122360655,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58091122393423,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Snow-at-Zoji-Temple_Poster_CompositorV1_1782781812991.jpg?v=1782786055","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/snow-at-zoji-temple-hasui-kawase","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}