Nieuwe stem 1902

"Nieuwe stem" (New voice) is a Japanese woodblock print created by artist Yûki Somei in 1902. The print features a woman in a white dress, with a floral crown. She is depicted in a stylized Art Nouveau style, characterized by the use of flowing lines and organic shapes, with a focus on the natural world. The image is framed by a decorative border and includes the words "New Voice" and "First issue". This print is an example of Somei's work in the early 20th century, a time of great artistic innovation and change in Japan, and it highlights the influence of Western art and aesthetics on Japanese art. The print can be viewed at the Rijksmuseum, and measures 251 mm in height and 182 mm in width.