Karajishi and Peony on Vermilion – Shin Bijutsukai Framed Art Print
This vivid plate belongs to *Shin Bijutsukai* (新美術海), the influential Kyoto pattern anthology compiled under Furuya Kōrin and published by Unsōdō between 1902 and 1906. Mythical serpentine creatures — rendered in teal, plum, and taupe with dragon-like curling limbs — twist across a saturated vermilion field, interspersed with full-blown peony blossoms in blue and violet, a pairing rooted in the *karajishi* (Chinese-lion) and peony motif long favored in Japanese textile and lacquerware traditions. The near-fluorescent orange-red backdrop pushes this design toward maximalism, demanding attention rather than blending quietly into a room. It suits bold interiors already committed to saturated color — a jewel-toned study, a dramatic hallway, or a gallery wall built around statement pieces rather than muted neutrals. Rendered as a framed print with rich, saturated color reproduction and a refined gallery finish, the plate rewards viewers who appreciate mythological beasts, peony symbolism, and the theatrical use of red grounds common to festival textiles and ceremonial robes. A striking choice for anyone building a collection around the more flamboyant, narrative-driven side of the *Shin Bijutsukai* portfolio.
Our photography is printed on premium Lustre paper, featuring a sophisticated partly glossy, partly matte finish that brings out rich depth and vibrant detail. Each print is produced on professional-grade 10 mil (0.25 mm) thick, 260 g/m² paper—the same quality trusted by galleries and fine art photographers worldwide.
