1970s Mid-Century Modern Japanese Woodblock Reprint After Hiroshige: Twilight Snow at Mount Atago

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An exceptional mid-century Shōwa-era Japanese woodblock reprint of the historic landscape masterpiece "Twilight Snow at Mount Atago" (愛宕山暮雪) by the … Read more An exceptional mid-century Shōwa-era Japanese woodblock reprint of the historic landscape masterpiece "Twilight Snow at Mount Atago" (愛宕山暮雪) by the legendary ukiyo-e artist Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858). Originally designed between 1838–1841, this piece belongs to his celebrated series Eight Views of Shiba in the Eastern Capital (東都司馬八景). The dynamic design depicts a sprawling, peaceful view of the temple grounds at Mount Atago during a heavy winter snowstorm, showcasing Hiroshige's brilliant use of deep red architectural contrasts against cold, atmospheric slate-gray horizons.

This premium edition replicates the original historical publisher marks for Echizenya and Izumiya Ichibei, featuring a crisp hand-carved signature reading Hiroshige Ga. Meticulously hand-printed on heavy, fibrous handmade washi paper, the ink saturation displays flawless registration and beautiful bokashi horizon gradations. It features untrimmed, full margins and comes cleanly separated from its original framing mount, accompanied by its original cream window mat board and defensive card stock folder.

• Woodblock Print Area: 10" Width x 14.5" Height
• Paper Sheet Dimensions: 12.25" Width x 16.75" Height
• Mat Board Dimensions: 13.5" Width x 18.75" Height

Collector’s Note on Provenance:
This piece belongs to a curated private collection of mid-century Japanese artwork originally acquired firsthand in Japan during the 1970s. It was beautifully preserved in a protective portfolio folder, keeping the margins fully intact and free from the fading or exposure common with framed works of this age. Be sure to check our other active listings to see the companion Hiroshige woodblock landscape print from this exact same estate collection—ideal for displaying together as a matching seasonal gallery wall set. See less