K. Hayashi Chion-in Kyoto Signed Japanese Etching Framed Vintage Art For Sale

Beautiful vintage Japanese etching/print by K. Hayashi, depicting the snow-covered Chion-in temple in Kyoto, Japan.
The atmospheric winter scene features the monumental temple architecture, broad stone steps, snow-covered pine trees and figures carrying umbrellas. Hayashi\'s exceptionally fine line work gives the architecture, snow and surrounding landscape remarkable depth and detail.The work is signed “K. Hayashi” in pencil at the lower right and titled “Chionin, Kyoto.” at the lower left. It also bears a Japanese inscription and traditional red seal within the image.
The piece remains in its vintage wooden frame and measures approximately 15\" x 12.5\" overall framed. The reverse retains an H. Takemura & Co., 45 Bentendori, Yokohama, Japan label, an appealing surviving detail of the work\'s Japanese origin and period presentation.
The artwork displays beautifully. As expected with a vintage work on paper, there is overall age toning, scattered small areas of spotting/foxing and faint hazing or discoloration near the lower-left area. The wooden frame also shows age-related rubbing, scratches and finish loss, particularly around the edges and corners. These characteristics have been photographed and are part of the piece\'s vintage condition.
Works by K. Hayashi have appeared at major international sale houses, including Christie\'s and Bonhams. This information is provided as background on the artist and is not intended to suggest that this particular work was previously offered or sold by either sale house.
A striking example of vintage Japanese art with an identifiable Kyoto subject, original signature, red seal and surviving Yokohama retailer label.
Two additional framed works by K. Hayashi are also available separately in my other listings. Buyers interested in acquiring multiple pieces or assembling the three-piece group are encouraged to view the additional works.