The mountain stream at Atera showcases Kasamatsu's skill in rendering rushing water amid forested terrain. Watanabe lifetime editions sell for $800-$2,200. This Kiso Valley subject appeals to collectors who favor natural landscapes over urban scenes, and the dynamic water movement gives the composition an energy that sets it apart from his quieter pond reflections.
A clear mountain stream rushes through the Atera gorge in Nagano Prefecture, the water white with turbulence as it passes between moss-covered boulders and overhanging forest. Atera is known for its primeval forest of massive ancient sugi cedars and zelkova, and Kasamatsu's mountain stream composition situates the rushing water within that enveloping green. The interplay of white water and dark rock, of motion and stillness, gives the composition the kinetic energy typical of his finest river scenes.
Wakasa Kugushiko
1920
Color woodblock print; oban
Woodblock print
1934
Color woodblock print; oban
n.d.
Woodblock print; ishizuri-e, section of harimaze sheet
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Mountain Stream at Atera was created by Shiro Kasamatsu (笠松紫浪).
Mountain Stream at Atera uses Bokashi, Nishiki-e, and Moku-hanga, on woodblock print.
Mountain Stream at Atera was published by Watanabe Shozaburo.
Mountain Stream at Atera depicts landscapes, rivers & lakes, and mountains.
