Art Prints

The word for bat in Japanese is “komori”. In the Japanese culture, bats are regarded as a symbol of good fortune, and so its image can often be fou...

In many cultures, kingfishers symbolise good fortune, wisdom and happiness. The legend says that this bird brings good luck because it can find hid...

Nandina, is also called the heavenly bamboo taking its name from its bamboo-like branches. They can often be seen in Japanese gardens and doorways ...

The Pekingese Dog is also known as the “Lion-Dog” due to their resemblance to Chinese guardian lions, and are considered to be good luck and symbol...

In Japanese culture, the pine tree symbolises longevity and perseverance due to their ability to survive in the toughest climates. They also repres...

Hydrangeas are often depicted in Japanese art due to their wide variety of colours and meanings. Blue Hydrangeas represent compassion, gratitude an...

In Japanese culture, bullfinches are thought to be messengers of the god of learning. The birds also represent good fortune, forgiveness and succes...

The cuckoo is known for its beautiful song and is a popular subject of Japanese literature and poetry. It is also symbolic of the arrival of summer...

The blue and white flycatcher is one of Japan’s three designated songbirds and symbolises the arrival of summer. The beautiful magnolia tree symbol...

The warbling white-eye is often depicted in Japanese art and symbolises good fortune. Known for their distinctive colours and beautiful, unique son...

The Japanese grosbeak symbolises adaptability and transience due to their frequent travelling. Many grosbeaks mate for life, providing a sense of s...

French portrait painter, Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun (1755-1842) portrays Emma, also known as Lady Hamilton, performing the dance of Bacchante. With sh...

English social realist painter and illustrator, Frederick Walker (1840-1875) was born in London and exhibited regularly at the Royal Academy and Ro...

English painter, Frederick George Cotman (1850-1920), born in Ipswich, was a member of the Norwich School of painters although he never lived in No...

English painter, William Holman Hunt (1827-1910), wrote in the Royal Academy Exhibition catalogue that “the scene was painted at Sodom, on the marg...

British painter, Samuel Luke Fildes (1843-1927), was born in Liverpool and studied at South Kensington Art School and Royal Academy Schools. He was...

Painting by Scottish painter Joseph Farquharson (1846-1935). Famous for landscapes, especially those of winter scenes that often include animals, h...

Painting by British painter Charles Burton Barber (1845–1894) who gained popularity from painting children and their pets. Several of his paintings...

The 1952 American musical romantic comedy, which was directed and choreographed by Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen, was not a big hit when it was firs...

The continuous circular pattern represents happiness and luck. The lily and peony flowers, often used in early 20th century Japan, are symbols of b...

Taken from a design of a summer blanket which belonged to a member of the imperial family of Japan. The goldfish symbolises wealth, fortune and goo...

Macaws are some of the biggest parrots. With their striking feathers, they represent unique flair, and the courage to keep rising high. From a wood...

Associated with loyalty and fidelity, the swallow represents everlasting care and affection towards family, friends and loved ones. From a woodbloc...

In modern times called parakeet, this bird symbolises inner strength, quiet observation and a sweet disposition. From a woodblock print by the Japa...

The parrot is symbolic of the ability to focus on goals with confidence, whilst reminding us to stay alert to see new ideas that may bring about gr...

The parrot is symbolic of the ability to focus on goals with confidence, whilst reminding us to stay alert to see new ideas that may bring about gr...

The pheasant has long been a symbol of good luck, regarded as a symbol of power and immortality in ancient Greek culture, whilst representing peace...

Japanese woodblock print portraying hydrangea flowers, symbolic of gratitude, beauty and abundance. The butterfly can symbolise lightness, whilst a...

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...

As a sturdy plant able to grow in the harshest environment, the ivy symbolises perennial life and immortality. By Japanese woodblock print artist O...

It is said that a koi carp swims up rivers and climbs waterfalls. The Japanese associates koi carps with perseverance in adversity, strength of pur...

Ducks symbolise protection, adaptability, emotional strength and the gift of intuition. They represent the importance of living in the present mome...

Woodpeckers are appreciated as a symbol of resourcefulness, flair and wisdom. Notorious builders, they awaken one's creativity and spiritual energy.

In Victorian times, the gloxinia flower representes 'a proud spirit'. They are very small in size, but stand out thanks to their vibrant colours. B...

Seagulls are often a symbol of freedom. By Watanabe Seitei (1851-1918), first traditional Japanese painter to travel to Europe in order to study We...

The 11th Century saw the rise of the samurai warrior class of Japan. Here, two warriors are shown entangled in a deadly sword fight. By Katsushika ...