{"title":"Hiroshi Yoshida","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"sulphur-crested-cockatoo-yoshida-hiroshi","title":"Sulphur-Crested Cockatoo - Yoshida Hiroshi","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1926 woodblock print by Yoshida Hiroshi, depicting a sulphur-crested cockatoo with characteristic precision and a muted, naturalistic palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Yoshida Hiroshi belongs to his series, At the Zoological Garden (Dobutsuen), produced in 1926. Yoshida, a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement, applied his extensive experience in Western-style oil painting to the traditional Japanese woodblock medium. This synthesis resulted in prints that possess a unique depth and atmospheric quality, moving away from the flat planes of earlier Ukiyo-e works.\n\nThe subject is a sulphur-crested cockatoo, rendered with careful attention to the texture of its plumage and the specific curvature of its beak. The bird is perched on a simple wooden bar, with a small metal feeding cup attached to the end. The composition is restrained, focusing entirely on the avian subject against a neutral, textured background. This choice of background allows the subtle yellow of the crest and the soft white of the feathers to remain the primary focus of the viewer.\n\nYoshida Hiroshi was known for his rigorous approach to printmaking, often overseeing the carving and printing processes himself to ensure the final result matched his vision. His work in this series demonstrates a shift toward naturalistic observation, reflecting the broader interest in zoological study during the Taisho period. The print displays the characteristic precision of the Shin-hanga style, where the lines are clean and the colour application is layered to create a sense of volume. The muted palette, punctuated only by the yellow crest, provides a calm and contemplative aesthetic. This print is a representative example of Yoshida's technical skill and his ability to capture the quiet character of his subjects through the medium of the woodblock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-over-the-forest-ohara-koson\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eQuail over the Forest - Ohara Koson — Ohara Koson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sneeuw-te-ochanomizu-snow-at-ochanomizu-kobayashi-kiyochika\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSneeuw te Ochanomizu (Snow at Ochanomizu) - Kobayashi Kiyochika — Kobayashi Kiyochika\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57905824137551,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57905825022287,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57905825055055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57905825087823,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57905825120591,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sulphur-Crested-Cockatoo_Poster_CompositorV1_1781317443828.jpg?v=1781318311"},{"product_id":"in-a-temple-yard-hiroshi-yoshida","title":"In a Temple Yard - Hiroshi Yoshida","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene Shin-hanga woodblock print by Hiroshi Yoshida, capturing a temple courtyard reflected in a pool during the cherry blossom season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eHiroshi Yoshida was a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement, which sought to revitalise traditional Japanese woodblock printing by incorporating Western techniques of light, shadow, and perspective. In this print, Yoshida depicts a serene temple courtyard during the cherry blossom season. The composition is anchored by the architectural form of the temple structure, which is mirrored in the still water of the foreground pool. This reflection creates a sense of quietude and balance, a hallmark of Yoshida's approach to printmaking.\n\nThe artist employs a delicate colour palette, dominated by soft pinks from the blossoms and muted greys and blues that define the temple and the surrounding environment. The figures in the foreground, dressed in traditional attire, provide a sense of scale and human presence within the sacred space. Yoshida's mastery of the woodblock medium is evident in the subtle gradations of colour, achieved through the meticulous application of multiple blocks to create depth and atmosphere. Unlike traditional Ukiyo-e, which often relied on bold outlines and flat areas of colour, this work demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of tonal variation and atmospheric perspective.\n\nYoshida travelled extensively, and his work often reflects his direct observation of nature. His process involved close collaboration with skilled carvers and printers, ensuring that the final output maintained the painterly quality of his original sketches. This print captures a specific moment of seasonal transition, where the ephemeral nature of the cherry blossoms contrasts with the permanence of the stone temple architecture. The result is a composition that invites contemplation, offering a view into a tranquil corner of Japan as observed by one of the twentieth century's most accomplished printmakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-heroine-koman-in-the-play-tanba-yosaku-yamamura-toyonari\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Heroine Koman in the play Tanba Yosaku - Yamamura Toyonari — Yamamura Toyonari\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mallards-ohara-koson-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMallards - Ohara Koson — Ohara Koson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913831063887,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913836306767,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913836339535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913836372303,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913836405071,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/In-a-Temple-Yard_Poster_CompositorV1_1781401216061.jpg?v=1781410337"},{"product_id":"obatan-parrot-hiroshi-yoshida","title":"Obatan Parrot - Hiroshi Yoshida","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Shin-hanga woodblock print by Hiroshi Yoshida, capturing the delicate form and plumage of an Obatan parrot with precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eHiroshi Yoshida was a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement, which sought to revitalise traditional Japanese woodblock printing by incorporating Western artistic principles. This print, depicting an Obatan parrot, demonstrates his technical precision and his ability to capture the texture of feathers through the layered application of ink. The bird is rendered with a focus on anatomical accuracy, while the background remains neutral to ensure the subject remains the primary focus of the composition.\n\nThe print displays the characteristic collaboration between the artist, the carver, and the printer, which defined the Shin-hanga process. Yoshida often travelled extensively, and his observations of nature provided the basis for his work. In this piece, the subtle shading on the parrot's plumage suggests a soft light source, a technique that reflects his background in Western-style oil painting. The inclusion of the Japanese characters and the artist's seal provides context regarding the production and the specific series to which this work belongs.\n\nThe composition is balanced, with the parrot perched on a dark, horizontal branch that provides a visual anchor for the vertical orientation of the bird. The muted tones of the background contrast with the pale, creamy feathers of the parrot, creating a sense of quiet observation. This print is an example of Yoshida's approach to natural history subjects, where he combined traditional Japanese aesthetics with a modern, observational perspective. The work is printed on high-quality paper, preserving the fine lines and the delicate colour transitions that are essential to the visual impact of the original woodblock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-pair-of-pheasants-in-the-snow-ohara-koson\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Pair of Pheasants in the Snow - Ohara Koson — Ohara Koson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fireflies-at-tennoji-kobayashi-kiyochika\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFireflies at Tennoji - Kobayashi Kiyochika — Kobayashi Kiyochika\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965859504463,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965863567695,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965863600463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965863633231,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965863665999,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Obatan-Parrot_Poster_CompositorV1_1781746213988.jpg?v=1781749978"},{"product_id":"arashiyama-hiroshi-yoshida","title":"Arashiyama - Hiroshi Yoshida","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene Shin-hanga woodblock print by Hiroshi Yoshida, depicting the tranquil Hozugawa River in Kyoto surrounded by cherry blossoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eArashiyama, a woodblock print by Hiroshi Yoshida, captures the serene atmosphere of the Hozugawa River in Kyoto during the cherry blossom season. Yoshida, a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement, combined traditional Japanese woodblock techniques with Western principles of light, shadow, and atmospheric perspective. This synthesis allowed him to create images that feel both grounded in historical craft and modern in their visual sensibility.\n\nThe composition is anchored by the verticality of the cherry trees in the foreground, their pale blossoms contrasting against the deep, cool tones of the forested mountain slope behind. Below, the river surface reflects the sky, populated by several small wooden boats. A solitary figure stands on the riverbank, providing a sense of scale and quiet contemplation. The print demonstrates Yoshida's meticulous approach to colour layering, where multiple blocks were used to achieve subtle gradations in the water and the dense foliage.\n\nYoshida travelled extensively, and his work often reflects his direct observation of nature. Unlike the earlier Ukiyo-e masters who focused on urban life or theatrical subjects, Yoshida sought to document specific geographical locations with a high degree of technical precision. The print is signed in the lower margin, typical of his self-published works, which were produced with the assistance of highly skilled carvers and printers. This piece offers a view of a location that has long been celebrated for its seasonal beauty, rendered here with a balance of naturalism and stylistic restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-pair-of-pheasants-in-the-snow-ohara-koson\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Pair of Pheasants in the Snow - Ohara Koson — Ohara Koson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/snowy-landscape-at-hikifune-in-koume-kobayashi-kiyochika\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSnowy Landscape at Hikifune in Koume - Kobayashi Kiyochika — Kobayashi Kiyochika\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965865075023,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965873168719,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965873201487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965873234255,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965873267023,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Arashiyama_Poster_CompositorV1_1781746690096.jpg?v=1781750433"},{"product_id":"the-cherry-tree-in-kawagoe-hiroshi-yoshida","title":"The Cherry Tree in Kawagoe - Hiroshi Yoshida","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1935 woodblock print by Hiroshi Yoshida, capturing a serene scene of a weeping cherry tree in the temple grounds of Kawagoe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eHiroshi Yoshida, a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement, produced this woodblock print in 1935. The work depicts a scene in Kawagoe, a city known for its historical architecture. Yoshida combines traditional Japanese woodblock techniques with Western painterly sensibilities, particularly in his approach to light and atmospheric depth. The composition is anchored by a large, weeping cherry tree, its branches draped with delicate pink blossoms that frame the temple structure behind it. \n\nVertical wooden supports, used to prop up the heavy branches of the aged tree, create a rhythmic, linear element that draws the eye upward. Below, several figures in traditional attire are positioned in the temple courtyard. Their presence provides a sense of scale and quiet activity. The colour palette is restrained, relying on soft pinks, muted greens, and the warm, earthy tones of the temple architecture. Yoshida was known for his meticulous supervision of the carving and printing process, ensuring that the subtle gradations of colour, or bokashi, were executed with precision. This print captures a moment of stillness, reflecting the artist's interest in the intersection of nature and human-made environments. The textures of the tree bark, the soft petals, and the weathered wood of the temple are rendered with a clarity that distinguishes Yoshida's work from earlier ukiyo-e traditions. By blending these influences, he created images that possess both a sense of place and a timeless quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-pair-of-pheasants-in-the-snow-ohara-koson\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Pair of Pheasants in the Snow - Ohara Koson — Ohara Koson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/snowy-landscape-at-hikifune-in-koume-kobayashi-kiyochika\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSnowy Landscape at Hikifune in Koume - Kobayashi Kiyochika — Kobayashi Kiyochika\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965867041103,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965882245455,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965882278223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965882310991,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57965882343759,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Cherry-Tree-in-Kawagoe_Poster_CompositorV1_1781746814242.jpg?v=1781750594"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/hiroshi-yoshida.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}