Art Prints

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

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

A contemporary get well adaptation of an antique Japanese woodblock print from 1814. The Japanese word for frog is “kaeru”, which can also mean “to...

Rabbits are associated to cleverness and self-devotion. Woodblock print by Kōno Bairei (1844-1895).

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

Bridges are viewed as the way to reach a destination, and so they can symbolise a means to overcome obstacles, whilst also representing progress, c...

Kinryu-zan Senso-ji, Tokyo’s oldest temple, and one of its most significant, is an ancient temple located in Asakusa, Tokyo. The first temple was b...

The iris and its beauty have captivated the hearts of the Japanese since ancient times. Most commonly, it is believed the iris has the ability to p...

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

When browsing in bookstores, people will on average spend eight seconds looking at the front cover followed by fifteen seconds scanning the back co...

As quoted by Humphrey Bogart; “if they do things my way, we’ll get along.” Poster of the film “The Flame of New Orleans” (1941) starring Marlene Di...

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

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

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

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

The full moon, round and illuminated, symbolises completion, a sense of pure clarity, and the realisation of your desires. It reminds us to celebra...

While scholars debate the origin of the sacred mountain’s name “fuji”, one of the most commonly accepted is that the name sounds similar to “everla...

White is the colour of purity, innocence, wholeness and completion. In this image, these attributes are combined with the peacock - a symbol of bea...

The shrine complex is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a national treasure. When the tide is low, the “Torii” shrine is approachable by f...

Depicted is a torii structure, a traditional Japanese gate most commonly found at the entrance to or within a Shinto shrine. It symbolically marks ...

Both the Japanese and Chinese regard the evergreen pine as a symbol of longevity, good fortune and steadfastness. Hiroshige is considered to be one...

The vampire-horror film, loosely based on the novel Dracula by Bram Stoker. The film proved to be a huge box office sensation, and within 48 hours ...

Don’t fear failure so much that you refuse to try new things. The saddest summary of life contains three descriptions: could have, might have, and ...

The scene of the “Café Terrace” was painted by Van Gogh at the location, where he opted to paint during the night in order to catch a glimpse of th...

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

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

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

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

The way cats wash their faces licking their paws and wiping their face - it is as if they are inviting good luck beckoning with their paw. Cats wit...

The stone circle in Wiltshire, England, is a UNESCO world heritage site, built over 5000 years ago and took 1000 years to build. The artist Urushib...

By British textile designer and potter William Morris (1834-1896), who was inspired by the thrush birds that frequently stole the strawberries in t...

The first time that dragons appeared in Japanese text dates back to 680 AD. Dragons in Asia are regarded as generous, benevolent forces that use t...

The origin of the sacred mountain’s name “fuji" is considered that the name sounds similar to “everlasting life.” Hiroshige is one of the greatest ...

Koinobori, meaning ‘carp streamer’, are carp-shaped windsocks traditionally flown in Japan to celebrate the Children’s Day. The artist Hiroshige is...