★★★★★ "Delighted, all as described." — Clare
★★★★★ "Gorgeous print. Brilliant communication!" — Aaron
★★★★★ "Quality and colors are outstanding." — Roumayne
★★★★★ "Fast shipping! Talented artist! Smooth transaction!" — Jim
★★★★★ "Thanks again, Toby, another great delivery." — Peter
★★★★★ "Delighted, all as described." — Clare
★★★★★ "Gorgeous print. Brilliant communication!" — Aaron
★★★★★ "Quality and colors are outstanding." — Roumayne
★★★★★ "Fast shipping! Talented artist! Smooth transaction!" — Jim
★★★★★ "Thanks again, Toby, another great delivery." — Peter
★★★★★ "Delighted, all as described." — Clare
★★★★★ "Gorgeous print. Brilliant communication!" — Aaron
★★★★★ "Quality and colors are outstanding." — Roumayne
★★★★★ "Fast shipping! Talented artist! Smooth transaction!" — Jim
★★★★★ "Thanks again, Toby, another great delivery." — Peter

Japanese Butterflies - Kamisaka Sekka Kacho-e Art Print

$35USD
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  • Produced in USA, UK, EU & AUS
  • Printed & shipped in 2-4 days
  • Free shipping to 60+ countries
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Kamisaka Sekka's A Thousand Butterflies (Chō senshu) is a dazzling feast for the eyes, marrying Meiji-era innovation with timeless Japanese aesthetics. This 1904 woodblock masterpiece showcases a riot of lepidopteran diversity, from regal swallowtails to gossamer-winged hairstreaks.

Sekka's genius lies in his audacious fusion of traditional ukiyo-e techniques with Art Nouveau flair, creating a visual language that transcends cultural boundaries. Each butterfly is a miniature marvel, rendered with painstaking precision and bursting with vibrant hues that seem to defy the limitations of woodblock printing.

This isn't just entomological eye candy; it's a bold statement on the cusp of Japan's modernization. Sekka's work flutters between worlds - East and West, tradition and innovation - much like the ethereal creatures he depicts. A time capsule of Japanese artistic evolution. And a conversation starter that never fails to enchant and intrigue.

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Artist Biography

Kamisaka Sekka, born in 1866 in Kyoto, was the visionary who revived the Rinpa school, blending traditional Japanese motifs with bold, modern design. His art transcended mere decoration, capturing the essence of nature with a vibrant, almost ethereal touch.

Sekka honored the legacy of Rinpa masters like Ogata Kōrin, while daring to innovate—his works were a dynamic mix of reverence and rebellion. His colors were bold, his patterns intricate, each piece a dance between tradition and modernity.

Sekka’s influence, from textiles to ceramics, reshaped Japanese culture, embodying a timeless balance between innovation and the beauty of tradition.

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Choose a white border for a fresh and refined visual break between artwork & frame. Or no border for a bold, immersive viewing experience.

True-to-life tones without glare or distortion: warm white, archival-grade, 200gsm matte art paper

Sharper details and deeper saturation endure for generations thanks to high-definition print lab techniques.

FSC® certified: every tree replaced, workers treated fairly & local rights respected.

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• Chevron cut wooden frames for a timeless statement.

• Ultra-clear perspex glaze.

• Includes 2" / 5cm acid-free, archival-grade matboard.

3 distinctive colors

Black: Suits almost any style, anywhere, all the time.

White: Helps art shine in brighter & lift your mood.

Natural: Infuses warmth with its rich, honeyed tones.

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Giclée Printing

Forget 4 color CMYK. Giclée layers up to 12 — alive with deeper shadows, richer highlights and multidimensional contrasts.

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.

Water-based Inks

Neo pigment, water-based inks that are 100% non-hazardous and toxin-free. Meeting the strictest industry standards as defined by Oeko-Tex 100 safety applications, Residues Standard List (RSL) and the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists.

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Your new treasure gets produced after you purchase at print labs across the USA, UK, EU & AUS. Significantly minimising landfill waste by only making things people actually want.

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I work with Prodigi to create all the products on my store. Their international network of print labs ensure your new treasure's made as close to you as possible. Reducing delivery times and carbon emissions from the print lab to your front door.

All Prodigi's print lab partners around the world adhere to anti child labour and anti forced labour regulations. Providing safe and generous working environments for all staff.

The print labs also provide traceability for core raw materials from suppliers. And those suppliers are screened for compliance with fair labor and sustainability standards.

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Delivery Times

USA: 4-9 days • Canada: 5-12 days • UK: 4-9 days • Europe: 5-10 days • Australia: 4-9 days • New Zealand: 5-12 days • Rest of the world: 3-4 weeks

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1. You're welcome to open a return / exchange request within 30 days of your order's delivery. All items for return must be delivered back in their original condition, with their original packaging included.

2. No guarantees your return will be approved if you send items back to before the approval of your return request.

3. No returns, refunds or exchanges on discounted or sale items.

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Rich colors, velvety matte texture

3 chic frame choices

Museum-grade fine art paper

Luxe water-based inks

FSC® certified paper & wood

Brand new, just for you

Printed & shipped in 2-4 days

Shipped carbon neutral

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Rich colors, velvety matte texture

3 chic frame choices

Museum-grade fine art paper

Luxe water-based inks

FSC® certified paper & wood

Brand new, just for you

Printed & shipped in 2-4 days

Shipped carbon neutral

3 good deeds in every purchase

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.

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Print lab with multiple workstations where people are engaged in hands-on art print projects
 giclée print of a tiger prowling through dense jungle foliage
Corner portion of Rousseau-style giclée print featuring tropical jungle foliage
Print lab with multiple workstations where people are engaged in hands-on art print projects
 giclée print of a tiger prowling through dense jungle foliage

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