- Natsu no Shizuku (Drops of Summer) - Asakusa Signed: "Ma" (in Japanese hiragana

Signed: "Ma" (in Japanese hiragana

a form of Japanese painting that focuses on Noh-related subjects

a label used to identify a book's owner

he was given the Purple Ribbon Decoration by the Emperor in 1990

Skillful realistic reflection on the water's surface

- Natsu no Shizuku (Drops of Summer) - Asakusa Signed: "Ma" (in Japanese hiraganaThe fantastic woodblock print "Natsu no Shizuku" (Drops of Summer) is by Mitsuru Hiraki (b. 1958). This piece vividly captures the beauty of summer droplets through striking colors and bold contrasts. While gentle and romantic in tone, the vivid palette is truly captivating. The combination of vibrant hues and distinctive design elements creates a rhythmic, pop inspired composition. Hiraki's works radiate vitality, dreamlike charm, and a sense of