Tsuchiya Rakusan: Pink and Dark Red Chrysanthemums and Kinpara

Tsuchiya Rakusan: Pink and Dark Red Chrysanthemums and Kinpara
(1896-1976)
This woodblock print from Tsuchiya Rakusan’s Flowers and Birds series presents a precise study of chrysanthemums in contrasting pink and deep red hues, paired with the carefully rendered kinpara bird. Rakusan’s controlled color application and measured composition emphasize botanical accuracy and balanced design, reflecting the technical discipline characteristic of the series. The result is a strong, representative example of Rakusan’s early 20th‑century work and a noteworthy addition for collectors of Japanese woodblock prints.