Country of Origin: Japan
“Sōka Hyakushu (One Hundred Varieties of Flowers and Plants)” by Kōno Bairei
Sōka Hyakushu is an illustrated botanical album by Kōno Bairei (1844–1895), one of the leading painters of the Kyoto school during the Meiji period.
Bairei was renowned for his refined bird-and-flower paintings (kachōga) and his careful observation of nature. In this work, he depicts a wide variety of seasonal plants and flowers with delicate lines, elegant compositions, and a deep appreciation for natural beauty.
