Japanese girls in the prow of a boat chasing a flying fish
1932
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1932
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Japanese girls in the prow of a boat chasing a flying fish is a 1932 watercolor by Charles Robinson, a Ukiyo-e work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
The painting depicts a group of Japanese girls in the prow of a boat, chasing a flying fish. The girls are dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, with vibrant colors and intricate patterns. The flying fish is shown in mid-air, with its wings spread wide. The background of the painting is a soft, muted color, which helps to focus attention on the girls and the flying fish. The overall effect is one of dynamic movement and energy, as if the girls are about to catch the fish. This painting is a great example of the work of artist Robinson, Charles.
This watercolour painting by Charles Robinson depicts two Japanese girls in the bow of a boat reaching toward a flying fish above the water. Created in 1932, the work was part of a bequest of 27 pieces by the artist’s daughter to the Victoria and Albert Museum in 1982. Robinson, known for his illustrations and decorative work, drew inspiration from diverse sources including Dürer, the Pre-Raphaelites, and Japanese prints. The composition reflects his eclectic style and his role as a prominent Edwardian-era illustrator.
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Charles Robinson painted dreamy watercolors in the 1930s—soft hills, medieval villages, and gentle nudes all in delicate washes.
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