No. 57 1904

"No. 57" is a woodblock print created in 1904 by the Japanese artist Otake Chikuha (1878-1934). The print features a simplified, stylized willow branch with buds, set against a backdrop of blue and cream. The composition is framed within a rounded shape, which likely represents a fan, a traditional Japanese art form. The work exemplifies the artistic style of the Meiji Period, known for its fusion of traditional Japanese techniques with Western influences.