Two Men at a Shrine c. 1810 - 1839

"Two Men at a Shrine" is a woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Totoya Hokkei, dating from around 1810 to 1839. This ukiyo-e print, currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, depicts two figures standing before a torii gate, a traditional Japanese shrine entrance, with a distant view of a mountain peak. The scene evokes a sense of serenity and reverence often associated with Shinto shrines. Hokkei, known for his mastery of color and composition, uses delicate lines and vibrant hues to create a captivating depiction of Japanese landscape and spirituality.