Japanese Butterflies - Kamisaka Sekka Art Pillow
Description
Kamisaka Sekka's "A Thousand Butterflies" (Chō senshu) is a tour de force of Meiji-era artistry, blending ukiyo-e tradition with Art Nouveau pizzazz. This 1904 woodblock print explodes with lepidopteran exuberance, from majestic swallowtails to delicate hairstreaks, each a microcosm of Sekka's artistic prowess. The master's audacious color palette pushes woodblock printing to its limits, creating a visual symphony that dances between East and West.
Sekka's butterflies aren't just pretty wings; they're metaphors for Japan's cultural metamorphosis, emerging from the chrysalis of isolation into a brave new world of global artistic dialogue. This isn't your grandma's ukiyo-e - it's a cheeky thumbing of the nose at artistic conventions, a kaleidoscopic rebellion against the monochrome of tradition. Like capturing lightning in a jar - a slice of Japanese artistic revolution that still crackles with energy over a century later.
Information
Sizes
• 18x18": Layered, stacked, pops of color
• 22x22": Between support and impact
• 24x24": Bold, artful centerpiece
Snuggle-ready from day one: zippered cover with a plush, bouncy insert that hugs you back.
High-definition dye sublimation: giclée printing locks in color, depth and detail—turning your pillow into a gallery piece.
Care guide: wash cushion cover at 30°C and no more than 800rpm spin cycle. DO NOT wash the cushion insert.
About the Artist
Delivery & Refunds
Cost
Orders over $50 USD ship free.
Orders under $50 USD cost between $5-10 USD to ship depending on which part of the world you're ordering from.
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
Please check the orders and shipping page for more specifics.
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Returns and Refunds
1. You're welcome to open a return / exchange request within 30 days of your order's delivery.
2. All items for return must be delivered back in their original condition, with their original packaging included.
3. No guarantees your return will be approved if you send items back before the approval of your return request
4. No returns, refunds or exchanges on discounted or sale items.
5. Return shipping costs are only covered in the rare cases that items arrive faulty, incorrect or damaged.
More details on returns and refunds
Make New Friends
1. Brand New, Just For You
No dusty stock from a box. Your pillow will be made new, just for you: minimizing landfill, water & energy use by producing treasure people actually want.
2. High-fidelity Inks
One-sided print created with lush, non-toxic inks. Faithfully reproducing the tone, temperature and vibrancy of the artwork to deliver years of spectacular color.
4. Fair Squared²
Every touchpoint is vetted—materials, manufacturing and production. Prioritizing renewable energy and upholding strict fair labor policies.
5. Partnered with Prodigi
Prodigi's quality and care are superb, but their commitment to art, the environment & ethical supply chains captured my heart. Learn more
1. Brand New, Just For You
No dusty stock from a box. Your pillow will be made new, just for you: minimizing landfill, water & energy use by producing treasure people actually want.
2. High-fidelity Inks
One-sided print created with lush, non-toxic inks. Faithfully reproducing the tone, temperature and vibrancy of the artwork to deliver years of spectacular color.
3. Pillowcase & Soft Insert
Silky, textured, and indulgent faux linen cover. Handcrafted for lasting durability with a cloud-soft polyester insert — arriving ready to hug right out of the box.
4. Fair Squared²
Every touchpoint is vetted—materials, manufacturing and production. Prioritizing renewable energy and upholding strict fair labor policies.
5. Partnered with Prodigi
Prodigi's quality and care are superb, but their commitment to art, the environment & ethical supply chains captured my heart. Learn more
