Hasui, Kawase (1883 – 1957), “Early Summer Showers at Sanno Shrine (Pre-Earthquake)”

Notes: Removed from the original S. Watanabe presentation folder; never framed or displayed. Mica highlights used to depict the rainfall. The cover image for the 2018 Toledo Museum Kawase Hasui Calendar. "This is the famous Kanpei Taisha Hie shrine, which has been known as 'Sanno-sama' since ancient times. Every branch of the cherry tree within the shrine precinct is full of bright green leaves and balances well with the vermilion of the ancient Romon [two-storied gate]. The gently falling summer rain is like whispers, in harmony with the humming of an amah to the baby she carries. This enhances the mood of early summer all the more." - Hotei Vol. 1; pg. 55