Asazuma in Her Boat 1909 - 1910

"Asazuma in Her Boat" is a woodblock print created by the Japanese artist Kamisaka Sekka in 1909-1910. The print depicts a woman named Asazuma, dressed in a vibrant purple robe, sitting in a boat. The woman's profile is subtly highlighted by cascading willow branches and a flowing black hairpiece. The boat is depicted simply, with a few wooden oars, while the water is rendered in a soft blue. Sekka, known for his delicate and decorative style, captured the ethereal beauty of the scene, drawing attention to the elegant figure of Asazuma. This print represents a style of Japanese art that flourished in the early 20th century, known as shin-hanga, which sought to revitalize traditional woodblock printing with a more modern aesthetic.