FAQ About The Influence of Japanese Woodblock Printing on European Art

Characteristics of ukiyo-e prints that influenced Western art include their emphasis on linearity, vibrant color schemes, and asymmetrical compositions. Ukiyo-e prints often depict natural scenes, landscapes, and daily life with simplicity and elegance, paired with a lack of depth perspective which encourages a new narrative structure in visual storytelling. These features were captivating to Western artists who sought innovative visual forms.