Helen Hyde: The Blue Umbrella (1914) Vintage Japonisme Woodblock Print

Bring a moment of serene rain-washed beauty into your home. This museum-quality Giclée reproduction features Helen Hyde’s The Blue Umbrella (1914), a landmark of the American Japonisme movement.

In 1914, Helen Hyde had reached the pinnacle of her craft. The Blue Umbrella showcases her unique ability to blend Western domestic themes with Japanese artistic techniques. The print is defined by its strong contour lines and a limited, harmonious palette of soft blues, creams, and earthy tones. Hyde often focused on the lives of women and children, and here she captures the quiet protective space created by the eponymous blue umbrella. This work reflects the 'Shin-Hanga' ethos—revitalizing traditional woodblock printing with a modern, international perspective.

Original Hyde woodcuts are prized for their soft, velvet-like textures and delicate ink transparency. Our archival Giclée print is digitally mastered to preserve the intricate wood-grain textures and the subtle, luminous blue of the umbrella. Printed on 100% cotton rag, acid-free paper, it ensures the delicate pastels and fine linework remain as breathtaking as the original 1914 impression.

A sophisticated Statement Piece for a nursery, a bright sunroom, or a hallway with a global aesthetic. This Helen Hyde Print is an exceptional gift for collectors of Asian art, feminist art history, and lovers of vintage illustration.

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