Vrouw in een interieur 1900 - 1925

Takeuchi Keishu created this woodblock print, "Vrouw in een interieur," whose dimensions are 222 mm in height and 295 mm in width. The composition unfolds with a serene arrangement of color and form. Notice the dominant red square which abuts the wall adjacent to the woman, drawing the eye with its bold hue and the texture of the woodblock. The cool blues and whites of the woman's robe provide a soothing counterpoint, creating a visual harmony. Keishu’s emphasis on pattern and line is evident in the interplay between the geometric grids of the background and the floral motifs of the kimono. The artist challenges traditional representations of space by flattening the picture plane, and thus inviting the viewer to reconsider conventional perspectives. The print challenges viewers to find beauty in the interplay of form and pattern. It serves as a reminder that art’s power lies not only in what it represents, but also in how it invites us to engage with its visual language.