The Red Curtain 1907

"The Red Curtain" is a woodblock print created in 1907 by American artist Helen Hyde, known for her depictions of Japanese life and culture. The print features a young child in traditional Japanese clothing standing against a large red curtain with bold black Japanese characters, possibly representing a name or place. The print’s bright colors and stylized figures are reminiscent of the ukiyo-e genre, a style of Japanese woodblock printing popularized in the Edo period, highlighting Hyde’s fascination with Japanese art. Hyde’s work brought a new perspective to the art world, highlighting the beauty and intricacies of Japanese culture.