Gyokudo Kawai "Watermill in Snow (Setchu Suisha)" Mini Hanging Scroll | Masterpiece Art Print

Mini Hanging Scroll

Size: 28 cm wide × approximately 90 cm high
Artwork material: Special silk-like fabric (Shinkenpon)
Roller ends: Resin
Storage: Paper storage box included

Gyokudo Kawai

Gyokudo Kawai (1873–1957) was a Japanese painter who poeticized the beauty of nature and the daily lives of people. Having studied the Maruyama-Shijo and Kano schools, he was actively involved with both the Nihon Bijutsuin (Japan Art Institute) and the Tokyo Fine Arts School. Throughout his life, he continued to paint the pristine landscapes of Japan and was awarded the Order of Culture.

Watermill in Snow (Setchu Suisha)

Watermill in Snow (Setchu Suisha) by Gyokudo Kawai, created in 1942, depicts a watermill standing quietly in a mountain village blanketed in deep snow. Within the expansive white snowscape, leafless trees, rugged mountain silhouettes, and the waterway leading to the watermill are arranged using subdued ink tones and soft colors, capturing the stillness of winter and the crisp, clear air. The composition subtly blends the subtle presence of human life into nature, and through delicate brushwork making rich use of empty space, one can feel Gyokudo's warm gaze upon the Japanese countryside he so deeply loved.

Mini Hanging Scroll

This compact hanging scroll is designed to resemble a traditionally mounted scroll. The decorative fūtai strips are integrated into the upper fabric, and the roller ends are made of resin. Its compact size makes it as easy to display as a poster, while its affordable price allows you to enjoy Japanese art casually.

High-Definition Art Reproduction with Hand-Applied Color

The artwork is reproduced on specially prepared Shinkenpon, a silk-like fabric, using advanced giclée printing technology also employed by major museums worldwide for fine-art reproductions. The final details are enhanced with hand-applied color to create a more vivid and realistic appearance. The materials offer excellent resistance to light and ozone, helping preserve the original colors and beauty over time.