Falling Cherry Blossoms (Hanafubuki)
- Date:
- 1953
- Medium:
- Woodblock Print
- Image courtesy of
- Artsy
Description
In "Falling Cherry Blossoms," Shimura Tatsumi brings characteristic attention to detail in this woodblock study of nature.
In "Falling Cherry Blossoms," Shimura Tatsumi brings characteristic attention to detail in this woodblock study of nature.
As a [shin-hanga](/glossary/shin-hanga) work, this piece reflects the movement's emphasis on collaboration between artist, carver, and printer to achieve technical refinement and atmospheric beauty. The woodblock technique allows for the characteristic interplay of precise line work and subtle color gradation that gives the image its distinctive presence.
Kumoi sakura
1926
Color woodblock print
1935
Color woodblock print
Romon
1935
Color woodblock print
円山公園桜
Woodblock print
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Falling Cherry Blossoms (Hanafubuki) was created by Shimura Tatsumi (志村立美) in 1953.
Falling Cherry Blossoms (Hanafubuki) depicts cherry blossoms and nature.
