{"title":"Kajita Hanko","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"white-chrysanthemums-kiku-no-kaori-kajita-hanko","title":"White Chrysanthemums (Kiku no Kaori) - Kajita Hanko","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene woodblock print by Kajita Hanko depicting a woman in a moment of quiet contemplation with chrysanthemums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKajita Hanko, a painter and printmaker active during the Meiji period, produced this work in the bijin-ga style, which focuses on the depiction of beautiful women. The composition features a woman in a quiet, contemplative moment, holding a single white chrysanthemum to her nose. Her posture is relaxed, suggesting a scene of domestic leisure or seasonal appreciation. The background is filled with a cluster of yellow chrysanthemums, which provide a soft, decorative contrast to the muted tones of her kimono.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical precision associated with Japanese woodblock printing of the early twentieth century. The lines defining the woman's features and the folds of her garment are fine and controlled, reflecting the artist's training in traditional Nihonga painting techniques. The colour palette is restrained, relying on soft yellows, greys, and earthy browns to create a sense of calm. The use of negative space around the figure allows the viewer to focus on the interaction between the subject and the flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work belongs to the broader tradition of Japanese printmaking that sought to maintain classical aesthetic values while incorporating subtle shifts in perspective and shading. Hanko was known for his ability to capture transient expressions and atmospheric qualities, a skill evident in the gentle tilt of the woman's head and the soft rendering of the floral background. The print serves as a representative example of the transition between traditional ukiyo-e and the emerging shin-hanga movement, which aimed to revitalise the medium through collaboration between artists, carvers, and printers. The focus here remains on the quiet beauty of the subject, presented without unnecessary ornamentation or dramatic narrative, allowing the viewer to appreciate the balance of form and colour.\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\/snow-at-shinkawabata-hasui-kawase\" 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;\"\u003eSnow at Shinkawabata - Hasui Kawase — Hasui Kawase\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-moon-beyond-shinagawa-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;\"\u003eThe Moon Beyond Shinagawa - Kobayashi Kiyochika — Kobayashi Kiyochika\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kajita Hanko","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086340555087,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086342062415,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086342095183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086342127951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086342160719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086342193487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086342226255,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086342259023,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086342291791,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086342324559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086342357327,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086342390095,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/White-Chrysanthemums-Kiku-no-Kaori-_Poster_CompositorV1_1791681685512.jpg?v=1791682096"},{"product_id":"untitled-woman-by-the-iris-pond-kajita-hanko","title":"Untitled (Woman by the Iris Pond) - Kajita Hanko","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene woodblock print by Kajita Hanko depicting a woman in profile overlooking an iris pond, rendered in soft, atmospheric tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Kajita Hanko captures a quiet moment of contemplation. The composition features a woman in profile, positioned at the edge of a balcony or veranda, looking out over a pond filled with irises. Her posture is relaxed, with one hand resting on the railing, suggesting a brief pause in her day. The artist employs a soft, muted colour palette that aligns with the aesthetic sensibilities of the early twentieth-century Japanese print movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is rendered with clean, precise lines, characteristic of Hanko's training in the Nihonga tradition. Her attire, a simple green garment with distinctive blue cord detailing, provides a subtle contrast to the natural tones of the background. The background itself is treated with a gentle gradient, suggesting the soft light of dawn or dusk. The irises in the foreground are depicted with minimal detail, allowing the viewer to focus on the atmospheric quality of the scene rather than botanical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKajita Hanko was a significant figure in the transition between traditional ukiyo-e and the modern shin-hanga movement. His work often explored themes of domesticity and feminine grace, moving away from the dramatic narratives of earlier print traditions. This piece reflects his ability to balance decorative elements with a sense of psychological stillness. The print demonstrates a refined approach to woodblock printing, where the texture of the paper and the application of ink create a sense of depth without relying on heavy outlines or excessive ornamentation. It is a study in restraint, capturing a fleeting mood through careful observation and technical control.\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\/snow-at-shinkawabata-hasui-kawase\" 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;\"\u003eSnow at Shinkawabata - Hasui Kawase — Hasui Kawase\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-moon-beyond-shinagawa-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;\"\u003eThe Moon Beyond Shinagawa - Kobayashi Kiyochika — Kobayashi Kiyochika\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kajita Hanko","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086354448719,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086355235151,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086355267919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086355300687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086355333455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086355366223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086355398991,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086355431759,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086355464527,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086355497295,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086355530063,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086355562831,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-Woman-by-the-Iris-Pond-_Poster_CompositorV1_1791682651114.jpg?v=1791682858"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/kajita-hanko.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}