Sacred Bridge at Nikko
日光 神橋
- Date:
- 1941
- Medium:
- Color woodblock print
- Format:
- Oban
- Dimensions:
- 39 × 25.7 cm
- Publisher:
- Watanabe Shozaburo
- Edition:
- Published by Watanabe Shozaburo
- Source:
- Art Institute of Chicago
Description
The vermillion Sacred Bridge (Shinkyo) at Nikko crosses the Daiya River in 1941, its brilliant lacquered arches reflected in the water below while the surrounding forest shows the rich greens of summer or the fresh growth of spring. One of Japan's most celebrated architectural landmarks, the Shinkyo was historically restricted to the passage of shoguns and imperial messengers; the bridge's theatrical color against the forest and river made it a classic subject for printmakers. Kasamatsu's 1941 rendering captures both its formal beauty and its vivid chromatic statement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sacred Bridge at Nikko (日光 神橋) was created by Shiro Kasamatsu (笠松紫浪) in 1941.
Sacred Bridge at Nikko uses Bokashi, Nishiki-e, and Moku-hanga, on color woodblock print.
Sacred Bridge at Nikko was published by Watanabe Shozaburo (1941).
Sacred Bridge at Nikko depicts landscapes and bridges, set at Nikko.
Sacred Bridge at Nikko measures 39 × 25.7 cm (Oban format).