Bijutsukai Pl.222
1901
Published in the art magazine Bijutsukai in 1901, this illustration by Furuya Kōrin showcases his mastery of the Rinpa style revival. The vase features a bulbous white body adorned with clusters of delicate yellow flowers and green stems that seem to grow from the bottom and spill over the top rim. Whimsical butterfly-shaped handles on the shoulders add a playful, almost sculptural feel to the flat design. This piece reflects the early 20th-century Japanese fascination with preserving traditional aesthetics while embracing modern publishing formats.
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