- Kitayamasugii (Kitayama Cedars in Snow, Kyoto) - Takeji Asano There is age toning

There is age toning

Red flags lining the approach to the temple

It is signed by the artist in pencil on the bottom margin

Minor paper crease

making this image a wonderful reflection of classic Japanese craftsmanship

- Kitayamasugii (Kitayama Cedars in Snow, Kyoto) - Takeji Asano There is age toningThe serene woodblock print Kitayamasugii (Kitayama Cedars in Snow, Kyoto) by Masao Ido beautifully captures the breathtaking winter landscape of the famed Kitayama cedar forest in Kyoto. The immense grove of remarkably straight cedar trees creates a striking rhythm of vertical lines, while Idos masterful use of color enhances the scenes quiet beauty. The unique interplay of lines, shapes, and colors gives the composition a distinctive visual appeal.