

They are stunning woodblock prints from 1883 by Bairei Kono a renowned artist in the bird and flower painting school (kacho-ga) in the imperial city of Kyoto.



His woodblock prints of birds and flowers are among the most revered and famous in Japan. He placed his subjects in their natural surroundings in compositions of skill and accuracy.



those are truly exquisite! ; )
ReplyDeletethank you..............I thought so too, and I wasn't even looking for anything.........I just came across them by accident, I think it was fate.
ReplyDeletesuch beauty
ReplyDeletethey capture nature so well
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I love these Loretta-and Happy Mothers day to you
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ReplyDeleteBeautiful art. I have always had a soft spot for oriental art like these, just great!
ReplyDeletethanks...........I'm quite fond of them too, there are lots more here
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Beautiful works in the traditional Japanese style.
ReplyDeleteI have a real affinity with Japanese art.
ReplyDeleteI like them all but I'm even fonder of the peonies and storks. Wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI've always loved oriental art.
ReplyDeleteI love Oriental Art too !
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