Design of Flowers 1658 - 1716

Ogata Kōrin, a renowned artist of the Edo period, created "Design of Flowers" between 1658 and 1716. The artwork features delicate, stylized depictions of flowers and leaves in a muted palette of pink, green, and gray, showcasing Kōrin's mastery of the rinpa style, a Japanese artistic movement known for its elegant floral motifs. The simplicity and asymmetry of the composition, along with the use of gold and silver pigments, highlight the beauty of nature and create a sense of tranquility. This woodblock print, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a testament to Kōrin's artistic genius and his enduring influence on Japanese art.