Blue Geometric Butterflies Mug by Kamisaka Sekka

This reproduction illustrates a series of butterflies with complex geometric internal patterns. The color palette focuses on variations of blues and yellows, creating a sharp contrast. Each wing is treated as a graphic mosaic, reflecting a fusion between nature observation and ornamental abstraction.

The illustration is signed by Kamisaka Sekka and dates from 1903, the publication year of the Chō senshu collection. As a pioneer of modern design in Japan, Sekka successfully reinvented traditional lepidopteran iconography by integrating repetitive structures and bold patterns inspired by the Rimpa style.

Intended for enthusiasts of graphic art and stylized entomology, this reproduction offers a dynamic reading of the natural subject. It testifies to the creative wealth of Japanese masters in the art of decorative printmaking from the early last century.