Picture Album of Birds and Flowers 1903

"Picture Album of Birds and Flowers" is a woodblock print from 1903 by the renowned Japanese artist Watanabe Seitei (1851-1918). Seitei, known for his meticulous depictions of nature, showcases three birds perched on a delicate branch with blossoming flowers. The subtle use of color and the detailed rendering of the birds' plumage exemplify the beauty and precision of Japanese woodblock printmaking. This artwork, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, exemplifies the artistic excellence of the late 19th and early 20th centuries in Japan.