Woodblock Print 'Matsushima ' 松島 - Godaido Shrine Reiwa - Tsuchiya Koitsu (1870-1949) - Published by Doi Eiichi - Japan

Technique Original woodblock print
Artist Tsuchiya Koitsu (1870-1949)
Title:Matsushima
Japan, Dawn (2019-Present)


This woodblock print is a beautiful work by Tsuchiya Koitsu, a prominent figure in the Shin-Hanga (New Prints) movement during the early Shōwa period.
Alongside Kawase Hasui, Koitsu played a central role in reviving traditional ukiyo-e with modern sensibilities.

This work depicts Godaido Temple, one of Matsushima’s most celebrated landmarks, viewed from the calm sea.
The gradual transition of the evening sky and the soft reflections on the water evoke the quiet, poetic atmosphere for which Matsushima is known.
A small sailing boat in the foreground adds depth and subtle movement, enhancing the harmonious relationship between nature and the sacred site.

Koitsu is renowned for his realistic detail and emotionally rich landscapes. In this piece, his mastery of traditional woodblock techniques is evident in the soft, layered colors and the subtle depth of the scene.

This work is not only a timeless example of Japanese artistic tradition, but also a popular choice for modern interiors.
It brings a quiet elegance and a sense of seasonal beauty to any space.

We highly recommend this piece as an artful expression of Japan’s cultural spirit and aesthetic sensibility.
First published in 1936.

This is a later edition, printed using the original woodblocks.
Printed by: Doi Print Shop
Printmaker: Yamamoto
Carver: Harada

Size in the margins: 256 x 178 mm.
Full sheet size: 285 x 210 mm.
Unframed.
Mint condition!

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