Japanese woodblock printing

Japanese woodblock printing is a traditional art form where artists create detailed images by carving designs into wooden blocks. Each color typically requires a separate carved block, and the artist or printer applies ink to the block and presses it onto paper to produce vibrant, layered images. This technique allows for mass production of artwork, capturing scenes from nature, history, and daily life with intricate detail and bold colors. Developed during the Edo period, it played a crucial role in making art accessible and influential worldwide, exemplified by famous works like ukiyo-e prints.