{"product_id":"golden-pavilion-kyoto-woodblock-print-ido-masao","title":"“Setsuei (Snowfall at Kinkaku-ji)” — A luminous winter vision of the golden pavilion by Ido Masao","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese prints, Art, are exempt from all U.S. import tariffs but please, do check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Setsuei (Snowfall at Kinkaku-ji)” — A Luminous Winter Vision of the Golden Pavilion by Ido Masao\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA serene and contemplative winter scene by celebrated Japanese printmaker Ido Masao, Setsuei (Snowfall) captures the timeless beauty of Kinkaku-ji—the famed Golden Pavilion of Kyoto—blanketed in fresh snow beneath a tranquil evening sky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe temple’s luminous gold façade glows warmly against the cool blues and greens of the surrounding landscape, while soft snowfall animates the stillness of the composition. Reflections shimmer across the quiet pond, creating a harmonious balance between architecture and nature—an aesthetic deeply rooted in Japanese tradition. Snow-laden pines frame the scene, enhancing its atmosphere of solitude and refined elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring 34.5 cm x 19.5 cm (approximately 13.6 in x 7.7 in), this vertical composition is titled and signed in pencil by the artist and bears Ido Masao’s red seal in the lower right corner, affirming its authenticity. The intimate scale and vertical format heighten its poetic presence, making it ideal for collectors of Japanese prints or interiors seeking a contemplative focal point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdo Masao (1945–2016) was a distinguished Kyoto-based printmaker renowned for his refined depictions of Japan’s historic temples and seasonal landscapes. Working within the Shin-hanga tradition—a 20th-century revival of classical ukiyo-e—Ido combined meticulous craftsmanship with a modern sensitivity to light and atmosphere. His works are celebrated for their jewel-like color, architectural precision, and tranquil mood, and are widely collected internationally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Tradition of Japanese Woodblock Printing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese woodblock printing, or mokuhanga, dates back centuries and reached artistic heights during the Edo period. The process is entirely hand-crafted and collaborative in origin, involving:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artist’s original design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA master carver who cuts the design into cherry wood blocks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA printer who applies layered water-based pigments by hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach color requires a separate carved block, carefully registered to achieve perfect alignment. The result is a richly layered image with subtle gradations and exceptional depth. In works such as Setsuei, this technique allows for delicate snowfall effects, luminous architectural surfaces, and atmospheric tonal transitions that cannot be replicated by mechanical printing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA refined homage to one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks, Setsuei is both a celebration of seasonal beauty and a masterful example of contemporary Japanese woodblock artistry—an elegant acquisition for the discerning collector.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese prints, Art, are exempt from all U.S. import tariffs but please, do check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe print will be shipped insured overseas. Cost of insured transport to the US, Euro 95.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColors may slightly vary due to photographic lighting sources or your monitor settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImporting Art into the United States is exempt from all U.S. tariffs but please, do check\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masao Ido","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52881878450519,"sku":null,"price":525.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0496\/5230\/1983\/files\/setsuei-snowfall-at-kinkaku-ji-a-luminous-winter-vision-988.jpg?v=1792007724","url":"https:\/\/vintageobjects.com\/products\/golden-pavilion-kyoto-woodblock-print-ido-masao","provider":"Vintage Objects","version":"1.0","type":"link"}