Branch of Plum Blossoms and Bowl 19th century

"Branch of Plum Blossoms and Bowl" is a woodblock print by Japanese artist Ryūryūkyo Shinsai, dating back to the 19th century. The print features a delicately rendered branch of plum blossoms and a bowl with a patterned rim, all set against a subtle, off-white background. The artist's signature, written in Japanese characters, can be found on the lower right side of the print. This artwork, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City, showcases the artist's mastery of detail and the subtle beauty of the natural world, characteristic of Japanese art.