Lovers Parting at Dawn

"Lovers Parting at Dawn" by Suzuki Harunobu (1725–1770) is a masterful ukiyo-e print that captures the tenderness and quiet sorrow of lovers separating in the early morning light. Harunobu, celebrated as a pioneer of full-color woodblock printing, brings refined elegance to this intimate domestic scene through his delicate linework and subtle use of soft yellows and grays.

The composition balances grace and emotion, with the lovers’ gestures conveying both affection and melancholy, while the playful detail of a monkey outside the window adds symbolic charm. A timeless work of Edo-period refinement, this print brings warmth and poetic storytelling to modern interiors, from serene bedrooms to curated art walls.

Printed on 290gsm Bamboo Fine Art paper with a warm, natural white color and gentle hand-feel surface.