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Evening at Soemoncho, Osaka Date of Original: 1933 – later edition printed from older woodblocks, not necessarily original woodblocks Technique: Hand-printed Woodblock Print (Later Edition) Signature: Kawase Hasui signature on lower right Print Quality: Excellent Condition: Excellent Image Size: 23.75 cm × 36 cm approx. 9.35″ × 14.17″ Framed: Yes (Koa Frame included), framed size is 19.75 by 14.25. “Evening at Soemoncho, Osaka” is a woodblock print by Kawase Hasui created in 1933. It depicts the famous entertainment district of Soemoncho in Osaka at dusk, with traditional buildings illuminated by paper lanterns. He later edition print captures the atmosphere of the area, with the warm glow of the lanterns contrasting with the deepening shadows. It’s part of the “Collection of Scenic Views of Japan II, Kansai Edition” series. Printed with careful attention to detail and showcasing Hasui’s mastery of light and shadow, this later edition preserves the atmosphere and elegance of Hasui’s original work. The print bears a Kawase signature in the lower right along with a publisher’s seal. The print title and date are covered by the framing but the framer has included a xerox of the print showing the full margins which reveal this information. This print is beautifully framed with Hawaiian koa wood. Frame may show minor wear. Birth-Death: 1883 (Meiji 16) – 1957 (Showa 32).

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Night Scene at Soemoncho, Osaka. Heisei edition ATOZURI print from Original woodblocks 1933. Ban Tate-e Large size : about 15.75 x 10.5 inches (include margins). On the faster side during off peak traveling seasons and slower and more unpredictable during high traveling seasons. We are off on Saturday, Sunday (Japan time) and National holidays in Japan. So we’ll be late for the answering questions. Thank you for your understanding. International Buyers Please Note. These charges are the buyers responsibility. The item “HASUI JAPANESE Hand Printed Woodblock Print Night Scene at Soemoncho, Osaka” is in sale since Monday, September 04, 2017. This item is in the category “Art\Art Prints”. The seller is “edokura” and is located in Chiba. This item can be shipped worldwide.

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