Two impressions of the Ninnaji Temple, the temple gate and the pagoda, covered in falling snow, peaceful and serene compositions, signed to lower corner together with artist's seal, presented under glass with triple mats in complimentary frames.

Frame dimensions 22 x 16 3/4 in., 21 1/2 x 16 1/4 in.

Private Collection, Durham, North Carolina

Born in Kyoto in 1910, shin hanga artist Nisaburo Ito created many woodblock prints of flowers, landscapes, and noted shrines and temples around his hometown. Some of his designs reflect his study of nihonga or traditional Japanese painting, while others take on a more modern expression. His floral and nature subjects are beautifully rendered with wonderful color and attention to detail.

Very good estate condition; not examined outside of the frame.