Snow
雪
- Date:
- 1929
- Medium:
- Color woodblock print
- Publisher:
- Watanabe Shozaburo
Typical Price
"Snow" (Yuki) sets a beauty against a winter backdrop, creating a striking contrast between the warmth of the figure and the cold landscape. Snow subjects by Kotondo are especially atmospheric and desirable. Lifetime Watanabe editions typically command $5,000-$15,000, with the seasonal appeal pushing prices toward the upper range. Posthumous editions are $2,500-$4,500.
Description
A woman stands amid gently falling snow, her dark kimono and elaborate hairstyle contrasting with the white flakes drifting around her. The cold has brought a flush to her cheeks, adding warmth to her luminous complexion. The snow settles on her shoulders and the folds of her garment, creating delicate white accents against the dark fabric.
