Japanese Greeting Card Pine Tree At Akashi Beach

Both the Japanese and Chinese regard the evergreen pine as a symbol of longevity, good fortune and steadfastness. Koitsu was born in 1870 near Mamamatsu in Shizuoka prefecture, and moved to Tokyo at the age of 15. He became an apprentice, studying under the master Kiyochika and moved into his home for 19 years during which they formed a family-like bond. The subtle use of light and shadow in his landscapes is a trademark of this highly recognised Japanese artist.

A6 size card 148mm x 105mm, Quality embossed paper which gives a textured and visual edge. Hand finished rounded corners complete with white embossed envelope and packed in a self cello bag

Description on the reverse of the card:

Pine Tree at Akashi Beach
by Tsuchiya Koitsu (1870-1949)
Both the Japanese and Chinese regard the evergreen pine as a symbol of longevity, good fortune and steadfastness.
Koitsu was born in 1870 near Mamamatsu in Shizuoka prefecture, and moved to Tokyo at the age of 15. He became an apprentice, studying under the master Kiyochika and moved into his home for 19 years during which they formed a family-like bond. The subtle use of light and shadow in his landscapes is a trademark of this highly recognised Japanese artist.