The World of New Prints - From Kawase Hasui to Yoshida Hiroshi: The Beautifully Evolving Spirit of Ukiyo-e -

The origin of modern graphic art. An innovative printmaking style that continues to captivate creators and manga/anime artists worldwide.

"Shin-hanga" (New Prints), produced from the Meiji to Showa periods, combines the essence of Ukiyo-e with Western painting techniques. These intricate, three-dimensional prints, pursuing distinctly Japanese scenes, possess a charming blend of nostalgia and modernity. This book presents a unique selection of Shin-hanga prints from a private collection in the Netherlands and the Watanabe family's collection, featuring works by representative artists such as Kawase Hasui, Yoshida Hiroshi (who has garnered attention in the anime and manga world), Hashiguchi Goyo (a master of beautiful women paintings), and Ito Shinsui.