The Cherry Blossoms - High Tea
1890
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1890
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This picture shows a close-up of cherry blossoms in black and white. The flowers are detailed, with soft petals and visible stems. Two butterflies are perched among the branches, adding a touch of life. The background is plain, keeping focus on the flowers. The artist used a method called wood engraving, which means they carved the image into wood and printed it. This made the delicate petals look almost real. Next, look up engraving to see how artists create detailed prints like this.
