Ise Shima National Park
- Medium:
- Woodblock print
- Source:
- wbp
Description
This woodblock print depicts Ise-Shima National Park, a rugged stretch of coastline on the Kii Peninsula known for its deeply indented rias bays and forested headlands. Nishiyama captures the meeting of pine-covered cliffs and the Pacific Ocean, where rocky promontories jut into waters that shift from turquoise shallows to deep blue open sea. The park, designated in 1946, encompasses the spiritual landscape surrounding the Ise Grand Shrine as well as the pearl-diving waters made famous by Mikimoto. Nishiyama's composition emphasizes the dramatic topography where mountains plunge directly into the sea, creating a coastline of pocket beaches, sea caves, and tidal pools. The warm tones of exposed rock contrast with the cool blues and greens of vegetation and water.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ise Shima National Park was created by Nishiyama Hideo (西山英雄).
Ise Shima National Park depicts landscapes, seascapes, and trees.