{"product_id":"evening-on-the-chikugo-river-by-yoshida-hiroshi-1927","title":"Evening on the Chikugo River by Yoshida Hiroshi, 1927","description":"\u003cp\u003eEvening on the Chikugo River (1927) by Yoshida Hiroshi captures a tranquil moment of dusk along one of Kyushu’s great waterways, translated into the luminous language of shin-hanga woodblock printing. A leading figure in the early 20th-century revival of Japanese printmaking, Yoshida fused time-honored ukiyo-e craftsmanship with a modern sensitivity to atmosphere and light. Here, deep blues and cool greens settle over the river as day gives way to night, while small points of warm orange and yellow glow from riverside buildings and shimmer across the water’s surface. The scene feels both precisely observed and quietly poetic—an everyday vista refined into an image of contemplative calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine art print is produced by The Unique Maps Co. on your choice of acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas for exceptional color fidelity and longevity. Available in a range of sizes to suit standard frames, it can also be ordered with custom dimensions and professional framing options. We offer personalization on request—add a commemorative date, short dedication, or gallery caption line to make your print uniquely yours. Each piece is carefully proofed so the ink-rich blues, greens, and velvety blacks honor the character of the original woodblock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoshida Hiroshi (1876–1950) stood at the forefront of the shin-hanga movement, celebrated for landscapes that combine meticulous drawing with the moods of weather, time, and place. Trained in both Japanese techniques and Western watercolor and oil, he traveled widely yet returned often to Japanese subjects, rendering them with a cosmopolitan eye. His prints are admired for their collaborative craftsmanship—design, carving, and printing in expert hands—and for their quietly cinematic sense of light. Collectors value Yoshida for this rare balance of tradition and innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated in 1927, Evening on the Chikugo River reflects the era’s dialogue between modernity and memory. Shin-hanga had emerged during the Taisho period and flourished into early Showa, appealing to viewers at home and abroad who were drawn to Japanese scenery and refined printing. In this composition, a riverside settlement glows into the night, its geometric architecture set against softly layered hills and trees—a conversation between built space and the natural world. The subject’s timelessness is part of its appeal: it is a specific place, yet it feels universal in its evocation of twilight’s hush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, the print excels in its orchestration of color and texture. The prevailing spectrum of blue and green, anchored by deep black silhouettes, gives the water and shoreline their serene gravitas. Subtle gradations suggest the fading sky, while the water carries fluid, undulating reflections that ripple with points of amber light. Painterly foliage contrasts with the calm, glassy treatment of the river, and Western-style perspective guides the eye along the bank and into the distance. It’s a masterclass in mood: quietly dramatic, richly atmospheric, and endlessly soothing—an artwork that invites long, restorative looking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThoughtful and elegant, this print makes a meaningful gift for lovers of Japanese art, landscape enthusiasts, or anyone drawn to serene interiors. It’s a beautiful choice for birthdays, housewarmings, weddings, Mother’s or Father’s Day, and the holidays—and especially poignant for someone who has traveled in Japan or dreams of going.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e a different size, a different colour, a special frame \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e then please \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact me\u003c\/a\u003e. I usually respond within a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/map-personalisation\"\u003emore examples of personalisation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also choose to \u003cem\u003eage\u003c\/em\u003e your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/sepia-aged-maps\"\u003elots of examples of other aged artwork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model in the listing images is holding the 24x36in (60x90cm) version of this art print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/map-finishes-framed-canvas\"\u003estandard frames\u003c\/a\u003e come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/custom-framing\"\u003ecustom framing\u003c\/a\u003e is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex\/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Unique Maps Co.","offers":[{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58131771130240,"sku":"UM00287123A","price":75.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58131771163008,"sku":"UM00287124A","price":202.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58131771195776,"sku":"UM00287125A","price":212.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58131771228544,"sku":"UM00287126A","price":75.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58131771261312,"sku":"UM00287127A","price":202.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed 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