The artwork, titled “Snow Storm at Hatakudari,” was created by Hasui Kawase in 1946. It is a part of the Shin-hanga art movement and falls under the genre of cityscape.
“Snow Storm at Hatakudari” vividly captures a snow-laden night scene, immersing the viewer in the serene yet intense atmosphere of a snowfall. The composition showcases a cluster of buildings covered in snow, their architecture rendered in elegant, minimalist lines. The dark, brooding sky forms a stark contrast with the luminous warmth emanating from the windows, symbolizing refuge amidst the cold. This evocative piece combines traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern artistic sensibilities, typical of the Shin-hanga movement, and showcases Hasui Kawase’s mastery in portraying weather and light effects.
