Modern | Sōsaku Hanga Woodblock Print
A fabulous print by Katsuyuki Nishijima: 落日 (Sunset). This woodblock frames a row of traditional rooftops beneath branches heavy with persimmons, set against a glowing sky of yellow and deep orange. The dark outlines of the fruit, leaves, and rooflines stand out strongly against the evening light, giving the composition a bold seasonal character. A fine autumn scene in which Nishijima brings together 柿 (kaki, persimmons), old houses, and the rich colour of the setting sun. 🍊🌇
- Year & Edition: Open edition. Signed & titled in pencil.
- Medium: Woodblock.
- Dimensions: Sheet W: 33.00 cm × H: 25.50 cm. Image W: 27.50 cm × H: 19.75 cm.
- Condition: Studio-fresh.
- Notes: Nishijima often returned to traditional townscapes and seasonal motifs, and persimmons are one of the most familiar sights of autumn in Japan. Here, the overhanging branches of ripe kaki and the clustered rooflines below create a simple but very effective image of the late-day rural or small-town landscape.
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