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

Signed: "Ma" (in Japanese hiragana

Skillful realistic reflection on the water's surface

Red flags lining the approach to the temple

a label used to identify a book's owner

Date: 1988-1989

- 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