Japanse lelie before 1895

kazumasaogawa

aged paper

homemade paper

paper non-digital material

sketch book

personal journal design

paper texture

personal sketchbook

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

design on paper

"Japanse lelie" is a striking photogravure print by renowned Japanese photographer Kazumasa Ogawa, created before 1895. The image captures the delicate beauty of two spotted lilies against a simple grey background. The focus on the flowers, with their intricate details, demonstrates Ogawa's mastery of the photographic process and his keen eye for natural beauty. This piece showcases Ogawa's dedication to the emerging art of photography in Japan, capturing the essence of the natural world with clarity and elegance.