The Hakone Shrine In The Snow 1880 - 1882

"The Hakone Shrine in the Snow" is a woodblock print created between 1880 and 1882 by the Japanese artist Kobayashi Kiyochika (1847 - 1915). The print depicts a traditional Japanese shrine, with a bright red torii gate, nestled within a snowy landscape. The scene captures a moment of tranquility and beauty, with the delicate snow falling softly and covering the trees and ground. Kiyochika's meticulous attention to detail and use of subtle colors create a peaceful and evocative atmosphere, characteristic of the *ukiyo-e* tradition of Japanese printmaking.