Hasui Kawase
1883–1957 · Japanese · 30 artworks
Shin-hangaAtmospheric perspectiveUse of light and shadowEmphasis on mood and atmosphereWoodblock printingSubtle color gradations
artist bio
Hasui Kawase was a prominent 20th-century Japanese artist and one of the most important figures in the Shin-hanga ("new prints") movement. He is renowned for his serene and atmospheric woodblock prints depicting landscapes and cityscapes of Japan, capturing the beauty of everyday scenes with a focus on light and mood.
what you'll learn
Studying Hasui Kawase's work allows students to understand the principles of Shin-hanga, including its blend of traditional Japanese techniques with Western influences. Students can learn about composition, color harmony, and the use of light to create atmosphere and evoke emotion.
30 artworks
Spring Evening at Inokashira Park
1931
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Full Moon at Izu-ura, Ibaraki
1952
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Frosty Morning in Nagaoka
1939
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Evening of Ushibori
1930
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Full Moon at Fugato Island
1933
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Remaining Snow at Inokashira
1920
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Snowy Inokashira, Benten
1929
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Kankai Pavillion at Wakaura Beach
1950
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Kakizaki Bentendo Shrine at Shimoda
1937
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Konjikido in Snow, Hiraizumi
1957
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Kansau Shrine in Snow at Lake Tazawa
1927
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Spring Moon at Ninomiya Beach
1931
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Aoba Castle, Sendai
1933
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Okitsu-cho, Suruga
1934
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Evening Snow at Terashima Village
1920
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Coastal Landscape
1927
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Show at Shinkawabata
1935
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Sunset at Ichinokura
1928
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Snow at Ishinomaki
1953
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Snow at Shiba Park
1931
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Bell Tower in the Rain at Okuyama
1947
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Starlit Night, Miyajima
1928
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Kozu, Osaka
1924
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Autumn at Funatsu, Near Lake Kawaguchi
1953
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Snow on Lake
1922
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Tsuchizaki, Akita
1928
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Myohon Temple, Kamakura
1931
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Shichirigahama, Soshu
1930
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Ikegami Honmonji
1931
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Evening at Tagonoura
1940
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