Parrots
Known for his intense perfectionism, Hashiguchi Goyō often destroyed woodblocks if they didn't meet his high standards, making this sketch a rare survivor of his creative process. Part of the *shin-hanga* (new prints) modernist movement, the piece shows a Galah parrot fully realized in soft pinks and greys, while a ghostly pencil companion watches from behind. It’s a fascinating 'behind-the-scenes' look at how the artist blended Western realism with traditional Japanese sensitivity, capturing the bird's fluffy texture before committing to the final cut.
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