Lily and Butterflies 1912

"Lily and Butterflies" is a 1912 woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Ohara Koson (1877-1945). The print depicts a single, vibrant pink and white lily with intricate detail, surrounded by delicate foliage and two graceful butterflies in flight. Koson's masterful use of color and composition creates a sense of tranquility and beauty, reflecting the artist's signature style of depicting the natural world with exquisite precision and poetic sensibility. The work exemplifies the enduring appeal of traditional Japanese art, capturing the ephemeral beauty of nature in a timeless and evocative manner.