Kawase Hasui (1883 - 1957)
Springtime Evening, Ote Gate, 1952

Beautiful view of the Ote Gate of the Imperial Palace at twilight, the sky tinted with a rosy glow as the sun sets. Willow trees line the moat surrounding the stone walls of the palace, the structure reflected on the clam water below. Lovely color and detail in this attractive evening scene.

Signed - Hasui with red artist's seal "kawase"
Sealed - Publisher Watanabe, 7mm seal, later edition original, from original blocks
Image size - 9 1/2" x 14 3/8" (oban tate-e)
Condition - Excellent, no toning, tears, not mounted, full margins