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Katsushika Hokusai — Bell-Flower and Dragonfly, from an untitled series of large flowers
Katsushika Hokusai

Bell-Flower and Dragonfly, from an untitled series of large flowers

1827

The interplay between flora and fauna exemplifies Hokusai's keen observation of nature, presented in the large oban format that allows for maximum visual impact.

Medium
Color woodblock print; oban
Dimensions

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Katsushika Hokusai, Bell-Flower and Dragonfly, from an untitled series of large flowers, 1827

The interplay between flora and fauna exemplifies Hokusai's keen observation of nature, presented in the large oban format that allows for maximum visual impact.

Medium
Color woodblock print; oban
Dimensions
26 x 37.5 cm
Year
1827
Seen at
Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL

Related themes

19th Century, Dragonfly, Japanese, Traditional, Botanical, Ukiyo-e, Nature, Woodblock Print, Colorful, Flowers

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