Dragon Over Mount Fuji - 富士越しの龍

KAN YONEDA (1917 - 2005)

35 x 46 cm

Kan Yoneda’s Dragon over Mount Fuji is a captivating woodblock print that seamlessly blends traditional Japanese motifs with a modern aesthetic. The print portrays the iconic silhouette of Mount Fuji, its snow-capped peak piercing through a veil of grey and white clouds. This minimalist depiction of the mountain serves as a serene and stable backdrop for the dynamic presence of the light green dragon that weaves its way through the misty atmosphere.

The dragon, a symbol of power and wisdom in Japanese mythology, appears ethereal yet commanding, its soft green hues standing out against the subdued monochrome tones of the clouds. Yoneda’s masterful use of shading and texture gives the clouds a layered, almost tactile quality, while the dragon’s fluid form conveys a sense of movement and vitality.