This serene artwork by Hasui Kawase from 1931 shows a beautiful view of a calm lake, reflecting a lone fisherman in his wooden boat. The sky is clear blue, dotted with dramatic clouds that gently reflect in the smooth surface of the water. Blue mountains rise in the distance, framing the tranquil lake and evoking a deep sense of calm and natural beauty. A single fisherman stands in his boat, dressed in a traditional straw hat, emphasising the tranquillity and simplicity of daily life.
The work captures the stillness of a summer day by the lake and reflects Hasui's unique ability to capture the play of light, sky and water with refined details and bright colours. His woodcut style, inspired by traditional Ukiyo-e, is combined with more modern techniques to convey a sense of timeless tranquillity and harmony.
Japanese woodcut in the style of Hasui Kawase, influenced by traditional Ukiyo-e techniques, but with a more modern approach to light and colour. The work is known for its ability to bring to life the calm and meditative atmosphere of the Japanese countryside.
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