Waaierblad met vliegende Koekoek 1796 - 1864

"Waaierblad met vliegende Koekoek" (Fan with a Flying Cuckoo) is a Japanese ukiyo-e painting by renowned artist Utagawa Kunisada. It depicts a single, delicate cuckoo in flight against a simple, pale background, showcasing Kunisada's masterful use of negative space. The artwork, created between 1796 and 1864, is a testament to the artist's ability to capture the ephemeral beauty of nature. This fan painting, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of Kunisada's signature style and his adeptness in depicting the natural world.