Hasui Kawase (Japanese, 1883-1957). Japanese woodblock print titled "Bell Tower at Okayama" depicting a beautiful bell tower in traditional Japanese architecture style, 1947. Signature seal marked along the lower left in plate; ink titled along the left margin; seal marked along the lower right corner in plate; further signed along the left margin.
Height: 15 1/2 in x width: 10 1/2 in. No visible tears, losses, or restoration under UV light. The paper is lightly toned and has no foxing or soiling. Light wear along the upper margin as shown in the listing image, original to the artistic practice. The color is bold and bright. Along the margins, there are light creases that do not affect the center image; please see the listing image. Along the verso, the paper is toned and has light skimming. Along the margins, there are old framer's tape adhered; they do not affect the recto. Along the lower margin of the verso, there is pencil inscription "MLK69EM" and "485".