The artwork, titled “Myoko Hot Spring,” was created by the artist Toshi Yoshida in 1955. It is a representative piece of the Sōsaku hanga art movement and belongs to the landscape genre.
This artwork depicts a serene winter scene showcasing a snow-covered landscape. Prominent in the foreground are snow-capped trees, their branches heavily laden with snow, which create a natural frame around the composition. The middle ground reveals a cluster of traditional Japanese houses, partially buried under the snow, suggesting a tranquil hot spring setting. In the background, gently rolling hills and mountains recede into a pale, wintry sky, enhancing the sense of depth and tranquility in the scene. The color palette of blues and whites evokes a cold yet peaceful atmosphere, characteristic of wintertime in a rural Japanese setting. The meticulous attention to detail and the harmonious composition reflect Yoshida’s adeptness in the landscape genre within the Sōsaku hanga movement.
