Masao Ido - 高瀬川 (Takase River)Modern Ssaku Hanga Woodblock Print A lovely print by Masao Ido: (Takase River). Depicting Kyotos historic Takasegawa canal, constructed in 1611 to transport goods to Osaka. A flat bottomed boat brimming with cargo glides through clear blue water beneath willows and stone bridges, flanked by wooden machiya townhouses. Idos textures and colour palette evoke the quiet dignity of a bygone era in the heart of Kyoto. Year & Edition: 1983 Ed. 15 150 (signed,