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Aiiro: The Blue That Changed Ukiyo-e
The deep blue of Japanese woodblock prints traveled from a German lab accident to Hokusai, Hiroshige, and Van Gogh — the story of the color that changed ukiyo-e.
How Ukiyo-e Prints Were Made: The Woodblock Printing Process
How were ukiyo-e woodblock prints actually made? Discover the four craftsmen behind every print, the step-by-step process, and why imperfections can be a good sign.