Schetsen van Keisai c. 1815

This is the cover of a Japanese sketchbook from the Edo period, c. 1815, created by the artist Masayoshi (1750-1825). The cover is a simple yet elegant design with a light brown paper panel with an inscription and black borders. The panel is set against a vivid orange background. This object is likely a valuable source of information on the artistic practices of the Edo period and the techniques employed by Masayoshi. Such sketchbooks were essential for artists of the time, providing a space for the creation and development of artistic ideas.