Crane II - Canvas cherry blossom accented by a delicate white

accented by a delicate white water lily and lily pad

Hasui’s winter temple views reflect a deep appreciation for place

and rendered through the traditional medium of Japanese woodblock printing

The intricate linework and the interplay of light and shadow create a dreamlike atmosphere

Crane II - Canvas cherry blossom accented by a delicate whiteby Taguchi Tomoki Taguchi Tomoki (active mid 19th century) was a Japanese woodblock artist best known for his rare book of prints, Yatsuo no Tsubaki (Eight Hills Camellia), created during the late Edo period. The book distilled everyday motifs and abstract forms into bold visual statements, blending restraint with striking design. In this print, Tomoki presents a crane in vibrant hues of teal, orange, yellow, and black. Its elongated legs and sweeping