Gunma

"Gunma" by Kawase Hasui is a warm and serene depiction of rural life, capturing the golden hues of autumn bathing a countryside home and its surroundings. The composition draws the eye toward a lone traveler carrying a basket along a narrow path, passing a traditional Japanese house framed by a persimmon tree in full fruit. The lush greenery of tea fields contrasts with the burnt orange of the mountains behind, reflecting Hasui’s exceptional talent for seasonal atmosphere and compositional harmony. The overall scene evokes a sense of peaceful labor, natural abundance, and the quiet rhythm of village life.