Bijutsukai Pl.33
1901
Furuya Kōrin brings a touch of whimsical elegance to this floral pattern, likely designed for textiles or decorative arts. Vibrant pink roses and lush green leaves dance across a serene pale blue background, connected by thorny brown vines that curl into playful, rhythmic spirals. Created for the art magazine *Bijutsukai* in 1901, this piece reflects the Meiji era's blend of traditional Japanese Rinpa aesthetics with naturalistic motifs. The artist, named after the legendary Ogata Kōrin, was a key figure in reviving this decorative style before his untimely death at age 35.