Art Prints

The ocean being a symbol of power, strength, life and mystery, it has been depicted as a popular symbol in Japanese art. Design by the Japanese art...

The artist Koson Ohara was a Japanese painter and printmaker in the late 19th and early 20th century. With some 500 works to his name, he was the m...

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

A Qing dynasty Chinese emperor adaptation of a Japanese woodblock print from 1814. The Japanese word for frog is "kaeru", which can also mean "to r...

Symbolising invincibility, power and might, the tiger is a highly potent symbol used across many cultures in Asia. Traditionally regarded in Japan ...

Reading is the top favourite pastime of many people. It can also be fantastic to help with any stress or turmoil. For enjoyment, or simply to relax...

From The Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine (1611) by celebrated English cartographer John Speed (1552-1629). The map features all three kingd...

One of the greatest masterpieces in Japanese art by the landscape master Hiroshige (1797-1858). Vincent Van Gogh created an oil painting replica of...

Back in 1715, the Tsugaru clan brought cherry trees from Kyoto and planted them in the grounds of Hirosaki Castle, Aomori Prefecture. Near the end ...

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

Chinese painted wall decorations became extremely popular in Europe in the 17th and 18th century. They were used to decorate the “Chinese Room”, a ...

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

A female beauty portrait by one of the most highly revered woodblock print master of female portraits, Utamaro (c.1753 - 1806). He was one of the ...

A map depicting Elizabethan London, which was a centre of entertainment and leisure activities. Inn-yards and the new theatres provided performance...

Painted for the birth of Van Gogh's nephew, the “Blossoming Almond Tree” represents the rebirth of nature in spring and the beginning of a new life...

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

Adaptation of a woodcut by the Dutch graphic artist and painter Julie de Graag (1877-1924). The cat represents rebirth and resurrection, per their ...

A contemporary Taiko Drummer adaptation of a Japanese woodblock print from 1814. The Japanese word for frog is “kaeru”, which can also mean “to ret...

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

Kiyomizu Temple was built in 1798 without a single nail and still stands today. The Japanese expression “to jump off the stage at Kiyomizu” is the ...

Kobayashi is known for his prints depicting romantic nights and evening scenes, and stand as great examples of Japanese woodblock prints of this er...

While scholars debate the origin of “fuji”, the sacred mountain’s name, one of the most commonly used means “everlasting life.” This image is from ...

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

Portrait of samurai Kobayashi Heihachiro fending off the attacks of the Ronin samurai.

One of the most commonly accepted origin of the name “fuji”, is that the name sounds similar to “everlasting life.” The boat signifies the ability ...

The name nandina (also known as heavenly bamboo or sacred bamboo in Japan and China) with sprays of bright red berries, is used for celebrations an...

The goldfish has also come to symbolise wealth in Chinese culture stemming from the fact that the Chinese word for fish (yú) is pronounced very sim...

The artist Koson Ohara was a Japanese painter and printmaker in the late 19th and early 20th century. With some 500 works to his name, he was the m...

Expressive of enduring happiness, the plum blossom has traditionally been used as a decorative symbol of congratulatory occasions and good luck, re...

The vocal repertoire of pet cats is greater than most animals, and they also use body language just as extensively. Experts also speculate that som...

The iris is associated with faith, hope, valour, and wisdom. It is a flower that has captivated the hearts of the Japanese since ancient times, bel...

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

Dating c.1788, the image elegantly depicts two lovers. The attention is brought to the nape of the beauty's neck, which was, traditionally in Japan...

The quote is a humorous twist on the common expression “half empty or half full”. We can enjoy a drink whilst deliberating whether we see the world...

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

The Japanese word for fox is "kitsune". A regular subject in Japanese folklore, the fox is portrayed with intelligence and paranormal abilities. Ca...