Art Supplies - Kamisaka Sekka Meiji Notebook

Kamisaka Sekka's "Art Supplies" adorns this Meiji-era inspired notebook, embodying the Rinpa school's revolutionary spirit. Handpicked from the groundbreaking Momoyogusa series, this woodblock print transmutes quotidian artistic tools into a visual symphony.

Sekka's composition is a masterclass in tension: unyielding ink stones contrast with supple calligraphy brushes, all harmonized against a backdrop of understated earth tones. The print's subdued chromatic range and painstaking detail work evoke the charged stillness before creative eruption. Sekka's genius manifests in his ability to recast traditional Japanese motifs through a modernist lens, crafting a visual lexicon that speaks across centuries.

This notebook cover isn't merely decorative; it's a portal to the Meiji period's artistic upheaval. For the erudite art enthusiast, it offers a tangible connection to a pivotal moment when Japanese aesthetics pirouetted between venerable tradition and audacious innovation.

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• Produced in / shipped from: USA, UK & EU
• Ready when you are, wherever you're headed: At 6 x 8” (15.2 x 20.3cm) this wirebound notebook is the perfect size for every adventure. And the 60 sheets (120 pages) of 90gsm paper won't feather, bleed through or tear easily — ensuring your visions stay crystal clear.
• A friend who always listens and never judges: A wide open plain for your thoughts and dreams, plans and schemes. Jot down ideas for the next great American novel. Plan your dream wedding with ease. Or make getting through your to-do list feel like an adventure.
• Visions made sturdy: Let your creative juices flow uninhibited, knowing your notes will stay together. The strong, spiral coil binding means your pages won’t slip around easily or detach in your bag.
• Customize your creative side: Choose between 2 paper styles to customize your creativity. Stay organized and efficient with ruled pages, or choose graph pages if drawings and diagrams are more your style.

Cost

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Delivery Times

Production:

The average time it takes to produce the treasures you find here is 2-4 days.

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Average shipping times:

USA: 2-5 days • Canada: 3-8 days • UK: 2-5 days • Europe: 3-6 days • Australia: 2-5 days • New Zealand: 3-8 days • Rest of the world: 2-4 weeks

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