Japanese Blue Butterflies - Kamisaka Sekka Meiji Art Print
Description
Kamisaka Sekka's Japanese Butterflies in Blue isn't just a print—it's a rebellious symphony in azure, composed during Japan's artistic awakening. This Meiji-era masterpiece, birthed from woodblocks in the early 1900s, flutters between tradition and revolution.
Sekka, the enfant terrible of Japanese design, marries ukiyo-e's meticulous detail with Art Nouveau's sensuous curves, creating a visual haiku that speaks volumes about cultural metamorphosis. Each butterfly, rendered in shades from midnight to cerulean, isn't merely decorative—it's a winged metaphor for Japan's emergence from isolationism.
Sekka's genius lies in his chromatic audacity; he pushes the boundaries of woodblock printing, coaxing an electric blue that almost buzzes off the paper. This print isn't just art—it's a time capsule of Japan's artistic revolution, a conversation starter that transforms walls into portals to a pivotal moment in design history. For Japanophiles and butterfly besties, this artwork's an irresistible slice of Meiji magic.
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Framed Fine Art Prints
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• Chevron cut wooden frames.
• Ultra-clear perspex glaze.
• Includes 2" / 5cm acid-free, archival grade mount board. Just like you see in art galleries and museums.
FSC® certified
Every tree replaced, workers treated fairly & local rights respected.
3 distinctive colors
Black: Suits every style from bold modernity to gothic opulence.
White: Helps art shine bright in dark rooms to lift your mood.
Natural: Infuses warmth with its rich, honeyed tones.
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Fine art heavyweight paper enhances details, depth & dimension while softening glare to let colors tell their full story.
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A Century of Color
Printed using a pro-lab process that helps art stay bold & breathtaking for up to 100 yr with non-toxic, archival-grade inks.
