Tsuchiya Koitsu 1934 Nio Gate Asakusa Red Lantern Woodblock Poster
The great red Nio Gate of Asakusa Kannon, its giant lantern glowing, in Koitsu’s 1934 woodblock. Doves wheel above strolling visitors in this vivid temple scene.
Description
Tsuchiya Koitsu's 1934 print of the Nio-mon gate at Senso-ji captures Tokyo's most famous temple entrance in bold vermilion. The massive paper lantern with its black kanji characters anchors a lively street of pilgrims and doves. A striking piece of Japanese architectural art with unmistakable presence. Essential for lovers of Asakusa and classic shin-hanga.
