The artwork, “Hayase,” by Hiroshi Yoshida, created in 1933, is a notable example of the Shin-hanga movement, categorized under the landscape genre. It forms part of the Kansai District Series.
The artwork captures a tranquil scene of a riverside town, framed beautifully by cherry blossoms in full bloom. Traditional wooden houses with intricate architectural details stand along the water’s edge, evoking a sense of serenity and timelessness. The delicate pink blossoms contrast gently with the dark wood of the buildings and the serene blue of the water, embodying the harmonious coexistence of nature and human habitation which is characteristic of Japanese landscape art. The reflection of the structures and flora in the calm water enhances the sense of peacefulness and continuity.
