Self-Portrait at Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto 1933

"Self-Portrait at Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto" is a 1933 woodblock print by renowned Japanese artist Hasui Kawase. The print showcases Kawase's signature style, characterized by delicate lines and subtle color gradients, creating a serene and atmospheric scene. The print depicts the artist, standing on a balcony overlooking the Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto, against a backdrop of a vast night sky. The scene, bathed in cool moonlight, evokes a sense of tranquility and the beauty of nature, a hallmark of Kawase's "shin-hanga" (New Prints) movement. This evocative piece, with its mesmerizing interplay of light and shadow, is a captivating testament to Kawase's artistic mastery.