Arakawa River in May Rain by Kawase Hasui

Additional Pictures: Artist: Kawase Hasui (1883-1957)

Woodblock Print Title: Arakawa River in May Rain

1st Publication: 1932

Size: Vertical oban; 39.5 x 26.4 cm (15 9/16 x 10 3/8 in.)

Date of this edition: Late 1940's lifetime edition

Publisher: Doi Hangaten

Condition: Repaired crack in the upper margin not affecting the image, mild toning.

Notes: Bears the Ikeda - Yokoi ( carver printer) seal, consistent with prints made between 1948 until 1963

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.