Voorbeelden voor arabesk patronen 1881

"Voorbeelden voor arabesk patronen" is a small, red, bound volume by Japanese artist Kiyoshi Takisawa, created in 1881. The cover is worn and cracked, with a label on the left side, a circular stamp in the center, and a sticker on the right side. This volume, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, is a study in Japanese arabesque patterns, a common motif in traditional Japanese art. The book's small size and worn appearance suggest it was likely a personal sketchbook for Takisawa to practice and explore these decorative designs.