Kansanomiya Shrine at Lake Tazawa by Kawase Hasui "A" Seal

Artist: Kawase Hasui (1883-1957)

Woodblock Prints Title: Kansanomiya Shrine at Lake Tazawa from the series Souvenirs of Travel, Third Series

1st Publication: 1927

Size: 9-3/8 x 14-1/4 + Margins as shown

Date of this edition: 1927, 1st Edition bearing the very rare "A" Seal from Wanatabe

Publisher: Wanatabe

Carver: Unknown

Condition: Some Partial toning, upper margin repaired, and some tiny repaired area on the bottom of the print. Some remnant of prior mounting, and a few tiny cracks in the print. Great impression, good overall condition.

Notes: Extremely rare 1st edition of this beautiful snow scene print, bearing a slightly faded "A" seal. Hasui was known for his beautiful landscape print, this snow scene is one of his best realization.

Pictures: Pictures are taken outdoor, in the shade, to reflect true colors, without any enhancements of any kind. The last picture is taken indoor, with a light behind the print, to reveal the exact paper grain, holes or other possible flaws.