
MOUNT FUJI IN SPRINGTIME
Text on the reverse side: While scholars debate the origin of the sacred mountain’s name “fuji”, one of the most commonly accepted is that the name...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: While scholars debate the origin of the sacred mountain’s name “fuji”, one of the most commonly accepted is that the name...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: One of the most commonly accepted origin of the name “fuji” is that the name sounds similar to “everlasting life.” In th...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: Hiroshige is considered to be one of the greatest 19th century Japanese print artists. In 1856, Hiroshige “retired from t...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: Both in the Japanese and Chinese culture, the evergreen pine is regarded as a symbol of longevity, good fortune and stea...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: There are numerous editions of the iconic Great Wave. From the British Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York Cit...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: The blooming of cherry blossoms, is a symbol of purity. Their spectacular bloom is enjoyed by many, but for a short perio...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: Water represents the emotional content of our personality as well as the intuitive forces within our minds. The boat repr...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: The artist Koitsu, was born in 1870, and often utilised the subtle use of light and shadow in his landscapes which is a t...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: The Great Wave (published 1831) is said to possibly be the most reproduced image in the history of all art. Although sim...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: During his final years, Hokusai was in dire financial straits and was invited to move to Obuse by his benefactor. One wor...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: On the orders of the Tokugawa Shogunate, the castle construction was completed in 1612 and served to secure an important ...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: A waterfall depicted by Hokusai. The drops of water which make up a waterfall are renewed each second, yet persist as an ...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: Both the Japanese and Chinese regard the evergreen pine as a symbol of longevity, good fortune and steadfastness. The sub...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: Koho’s works are fine representations of the remarkable fusion of western influenced style worked into the traditional me...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: One of the most commonly accepted origin of the name “fuji” is that the name sounds similar to “everlasting life.” Evergr...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: For more than 4000 years, the bamboo has been considered a symbol of prosperity, growth, good luck and positivity. The ho...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: The ocean being a symbol of power, strength, life and mystery, it has been depicted as a popular symbol in Japanese art. ...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: Also simply known as Red Fuji, dating 1830-1832, this is one of the most widely recognised pieces of Japanese art. While ...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: Hiroshige is considered to be one of the greatest Japanese print artists. From the window we see plum blossoms - traditio...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: The umbrella, or the parasol, is a symbol of protection from illness, obstacles, harmful energies and suffering. It can a...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: Hiroshige is one of 19th century Japanese print masters. This image is from the series “Famous Views of the Sixty Odd Pro...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: One of the most commonly accepted origin of the name “fuji” is that the name sounds similar to “everlasting life.” Depic...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: As with other types of transport, the ferry is symbolic of a journey. Traveling from one side to another, it signifies cr...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: Hasui Kawase was one of most prominent print designers of the shin-hanga (new prints) movement. Unlike his contemporaries...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: The iris and its beauty have captivated the hearts of the Japanese since ancient times. Most commonly, it is believed the...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: The blooming of cherry blossoms, is a symbol of purity. Their spectacular bloom is enjoyed by many, but for a short perio...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: The crane has long been seen as a symbol of longevity and good fortune as it was thought to have a life span of a thousan...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: While scholars debate the origin of the sacred mountain’s name “fuji”, one of the most commonly accepted is that the name...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: The wisteria, along with the bridge, made the grounds of this shrine a popular place to enjoy leisurely activities. Monet...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: The plum blossom has traditionally been used as a symbol of congratulatory occasions. Blossoming in the bare landscape wh...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: Mount fuji has been throughout history one of the biggest inspirations for Japanese artists. One of the most commonly ac...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: Kobayashi is known for his prints depicting romantic nights and evening scenes, and stand as great examples of Japanese w...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: The snow scene is by the Japanese woodblock print master, Utagawa Hiroshige. A snowscape offers a hint of new beginnings ...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: Japanese maple trees have been considered a symbol of grace. Associated with peace and serenity of the world’s elements, ...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: The Great Wave is one of the most reproduced artworks in the world, and is the most recognisable Japanese artwork in the ...
View full detailsText on the reverse side: Mount Fuji is revered as a sacred mountain of good fortune. One of the most commonly accepted origin of the name "Fuji" i...
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