The Chunum Temple by Kawase Hasui "E" Seal

Artist: Kawase Hasui (1883-1957)

Woodblock Prints Title: The Chunum Temple, Mt. Chiri, Korea (Chôsen Chiizan Sen'in-ji), from the series Views of Korea, Continued (Zoku Chôsen fûkei)

1st Publication: 1940

Size: 14-1/4 x 9-1/2 + Margins as shown

Date of this edition: 1940, 1st Edition

Publisher: Wanatabe

Condition: A small stain in the lower left margin, and on the same corner, on the back, a sticker removed. Also on the lower corner, Wanatabe sticky seal. Excellent colors, impression, and overall condition.

Notes: Original 1st Edition bearing the rarely seen Wanatabe "E" seal consistent with prints made between 1932 until 1942

Pictures: Pictures are taken outdoor, in the shade, to reflect true colors, without any enhancements of any kind. The last picture is taken indoor, with a light behind the print, to reveal the exact paper grain, holes if any, or other possible flaws.