Twee zwaluwen 1892 - 1897

"Twee zwaluwen" (Two Swallows) is a Japanese painting by Matsumura Keibun, a prominent artist during the Edo Period, which depicts a delicate scene of two swallows in flight near a blossoming branch. Keibun's signature is visible in the lower right corner, along with a red seal. This painting showcases Keibun’s mastery of the *ukiyo-e* style, characterized by its focus on everyday life and natural beauty. The artwork’s soft colors and graceful brushwork create a serene and elegant atmosphere. It exemplifies the *ukiyo-e* style's emphasis on capturing the ephemeral nature of life and the fleeting beauty of the natural world.