Art Prints

Une adaptation d'une estampe japonaise de 1814. Le mot japonais pour grenouille est "kaeru", qui peut aussi signifier "revenir". La grenouille est ...

The Universal Larousse was a combined dictionary and encyclopaedia. The dictionary focused on the presentation of French language words with illust...

Bird and flower painting is considered one of the treasures of Chinese culture. It is inspired by the beauty of the multitude of flowers, birds and...

Charles Dickens (1812-1870) wrote his first novel 'The Pickwick Papers' in 1836 aged just 24. Throughout his life he wrote 15 novels, 5 novellas as...

Did you know that butterfly wings are actually transparent? They are made up of thin layers of protein, like exoskeletons. The majestic colours we ...

British painter, Edward John Gregory (1850-1909), born in Southampton, studied at South Kensington Art School and briefly at the Royal Academy Scho...

The print depicts a stunning view on the Pine Beach at Miho, with Mount Fuji in the background. Both the pine tree as well as Mount Fuji are regard...

The egret is appreciated as an auspicious symbol in many cultures. In China, the egret symbolises strength, purity, patience and long life. By Japa...

Birds are associated with development, and with their ability to soar across the skies, they symbolise the capacity to embrace infinite possibiliti...

The warbling white-eye, also known as the Japanese white-eye, is a native species in Japan and often depicted in Japanese art. The persimmon fruit ...

Kingfishers are symbolic of freedom, courage and balance. The iris is associated with faith, hope, valour, and wisdom. It is a flower that has capt...

The maple tree represents elegance and grace, the turning of the colours has made it a popular subject in Japanese art, poetry and literature.

The passing of life and time are shown through the changing of seasons. The two most celebrated are spring and autumn, viewing the cherry blossoms ...

These auspicious plants are known as the Three Friends of Winter. Due to them not withering, when shown together they symbolise resilience, steadfa...

Both the chrysanthemum and wisteria are believed to stand for immortality and longevity. The wisteria also represents balance and calmness whilst t...

A contemporary purple adaptation of a woodblock print from 1814 by Matsumoto Hoji. The Japanese word for frog is “kaeru”, which can also mean “to r...

A contemporary pink adaptation of a Japanese woodblock print dating 1814. The Japanese word for frog is “kaeru”, which can also mean “to return”, s...

A contemporary yellow adaptation of a Japanese woodblock print dating 1814. The Japanese word for frog is “kaeru”, which can also mean “to return”,...

A contemporary red adaptation of a Japanese woodblock print dating 1814. The Japanese word for frog is “kaeru”, which can also mean “to return”. Th...

From the series Thirty-six Restaurants of Tokyo, the artist Kunichika (1835-1900) depicts popular geisha with a square inset showing the eatery - i...

The actor is depicted by the artist Kunichika, playing the role of Kamakura Gongoro Kagemasa, an 11th century samurai warlord. A hero of the play S...

Depicted is the Hell Courtesan, who took on the name after being kidnapped and sold to a brothel. The surrounding skeletons represent her fateful e...

In classical mythology, Iris was the goddess of the rainbow - the link between heaven and earth. She was also regarded as the messenger of the Gods...

The willow tree is a symbol of grace and strength, and the swallow symbolises triumph and success - a very auspicious pairing to be worn.

As with other types of transport, the ferry is symbolic of a journey. Traveling from one side to another, it signifies crossings to reaching goals....

The earliest syringes were made out of brass and rubber in the 17th century. In 1906, Becton, Dickinson, and Co. (BD) became the first syringe and ...

In 1650 Liverpool still consisted of its seven original streets, including Dale Street, Castle Street, Chapel Street and Water Street. Two years ea...

After moving to Eragny-sur-Epte, Pissarro’s works took on the subject of the French countryside of Normandy and the rhythm of the seasons. A year a...

The city, that is the economic heart of Italy, measures 181km2. It is one of the high fashion capitals of the world as well as an art centre with s...

Measuring 1,106km2, the city has more Rolls Royce’s per person than any other city in the world, as well as the most skyscrapers - double that of N...

The Belgian capital spans 32.6km2 and is home to, the Justice Palace, which measuring 26,000km2 is the largest court in the world. It is also the b...

By Ramon Casas (1866-1932), this painting is one of the most famous masterpieces of the Art Nouveau movement. A woman is shown resting after a long...

Eric Ravilious (1903-1942) British painter, book illustrator, and designer, who grew up in Sussex. He is particularly known for his paintings of th...

Clapperboards help with the synchronisation of picture and sound in film and video production. The iconic instrument has become an item that legiti...

The symbolism of the Jasmine varies by culture. In Chinese culture it can stand for love or beauty. By the British textile designer, poet and novel...

In Japan, peonies are a symbol of bravery, honour and good fortune. Ogawa Kazumasa (1860-1929) is renowned for his pioneering work in photography d...