by Kosaka Gajin
Key value factors: As self-carved and self-printed works, sosaku-hanga value is tied to the artist's reputation and edition size. Larger formats, earlier editions, and historically significant works command the highest prices.
A temple structure depicted with the quiet reverence that sacred architecture inspires in many Japanese printmakers. Kosaka Gajin frames the building within its surrounding trees and grounds, treating the architecture not as an isolated monument but as part of a living environment shaped by centuries of worship and seasonal change. The woodblock carving preserves the clean geometry of the temple's roof lines and pillars while softening the natural elements—foliage, stone paths, filtered light—into gentler forms. The overall mood is one of sheltered calm, the kind of stillness that settles over temple precincts between the hours of formal prayer.
伏見稲荷
Woodblock print
c. 1832/38
Color woodblock print; oban
Woodblock print
Uji Byodoin no ichibu
1921
Color woodblock print; oban
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Temple was created by Kosaka Gajin (上坂雅人) in 20th century.
Temple depicts temples & shrines.
