Collection: Japanese Art

Japanese art is known for its unique aesthetics, techniques, and subject matter. One of the most popular forms of Japanese art is ukiyo-e, which translates to "pictures of the floating world." Ukiyo-e prints were created using a woodblock printing technique that involved carving the image onto a wooden block, inking the block, and then pressing it onto paper. This technique allowed for the creation of multiple copies of the same image, making it accessible to a larger audience.

Ukiyo-e prints often depicted scenes from everyday life, such as portraits of geishas and actors, landscapes, and famous historical events. They were highly influential in the development of Western art movements such as Impressionism and Post-Impressionism.