Japanese Woodblock Figures

Traditional woodblock prints featuring actors, courtesans, and scenes with vibrant colors and intricate patterns reflecting Japanese culture.

Actor Ichikawa Yaozo III as a Courtesan's Attendant 1794-95 Tōshūsai Sharaku Japanese. Actor Ichikawa Yaozo III as a Courtesan's Attendant 37382

The actor Arashi Rikan as Nagao Terutora. Donation Gerhard Schack

Courtesan and New Year Decoration ca. 1816 Katsukawa Shuntei. Courtesan and New Year Decoration 54473

Courtesan receives a letter from girlattendant. Artist: Hishikawa S?ri III, Japanese, active ca. 1797-1813

Courtesan and New Year Decoration. Artist: Katsukawa Shuntei (Japanese, 1770-1820). Culture: Japan. Dimensions: 7 3/4 x 7 in. (19.7 x 17.8 cm). Date: ca. 1816. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Strong man at pillar 1780-1850 Japan. Color woodblock print; shikishiban, surimono . Totoya Hokkei

Colored woodcut by Utagawa Kunisada depicting a woman holding a flower branch, showing clothing, posture, and decorative elements.

Lady Seated by Birdcage, c. 1825 - c. 1830 print A woman with a young assistant are sitting at Vogelkooi, from which a bird has just escaped. The title could refer to the liberated bird. With three poems. paper color woodcut bird in a cage

Street Scene in the Springtime. Artist: Ryuryukyo Shinsai (Japanese, active ca. 1799-1823). Culture: Japan. Dimensions: 8 1/4 x 7 3/8 in. (21 x 18.7 cm). Date: 19th century. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Actor Ichikawa Yaozo III as a Courtesan's Attendant 1794-95 Tōshūsai Sharaku Japanese. Actor Ichikawa Yaozo III as a Courtesan's Attendant 37382

The actors Ichikawa Danjuro VII as Kajiwara Genta Kagesue and Ichikawa Monnosuke III as Umegae. Utagawa Hiroshige ; Japanese, 1797-1858. Date: 1821. Dimensions: 21.1 x 18.5 cm (8 5/16 x 7 1/4 in.). Color woodblock print; shikishiban, surimono. Origin: Japan. Museum: The Chicago Art Institute, USA.

Koshimoto Chidori with the poem Gon Chownagon Sadayori, No. 64 from the series "Imitation of the collection from Ogura - one poem from a hundred poets" (Ogura nazorae hyakunin iSshu)Dembiński, Stanisław (1891-1940)-collection, decorative boards according to the anthology of a hundred poets, cycle, gift (provenance), woodcuts, Japanese (culture), Japanese art, ukiyo-e

Soga Hakoomaru during his stay at a monastery on Mount Hakone; poem by Sarumaru Dayu. Utagawa, Kuniyoshi (1798-1861), graphic artist

The Metal Carver 1802 Katsushika Hokusai Japanese. The Metal Carver 54188

Young Nobleman and His Attendant 19th century Kubo Shunman Japanese. Young Nobleman and His Attendant 54720

Tooth pulling treatment of difficult diseases by the famous, unusual doctors / kitaine meii nanbyo ryoji Utagawa, kuniyoshi (1797 1861)

Three men at the foot of the waterfall, from the series: Ise monogatari Katsukawa, shunsho (1726 1792)

Shirabyshi dancer as the poet Ariwara no Narihira. Artist: ishi Matora, Japanese, 1794-1833

Momotaro with companions at a table with treasures TOYOHIRO, UTAGAWA (1773 1828)

Twenty-four Japanese examples of filial piety for the Honors (series title), Three men are sitting on the floor in front of a gentleman on a cushion. A clerk is holding a tray with a letter on it. Hôjô Yasutoki (1183-1242) was an advisor for the Kamakura government (bakufu). Here he receives a tribute from Minamoto no Sanetomo (on the pillow) for his obedience to his parents. the book the Mirror of the East (Azama kagami) was compiled in the late Kamakura period (1249-1382). With two poems., Yashima Gakutei (mentioned on object), Japan, 1820 - 1825, paper, colour woodcut, h 204 mm × w 182 mm

The ignorant seekers (series title on object), Shiba Shôjô (d. 126 BC) writes a wish on a pole on the bank of a waterfall. With two poems., Totoya Hokkei (mentioned on object), Japan, c. 1821, paper, colour woodcut, h 197 mm × w 178 mm

Thunderbirds Raicho (title on object), Two mythological thunderbirds on a pine branch, in the background a river, a poem in the cloud pattern at the top of the print., Isoda Kôryûsai (mentioned on object), Japan, 1770 - 1780, paper, colour woodcut, h 281 mm × w 209 mm

Woman with an obi belt, from the series: Mitate ju ni ko Kunisada, UTAGAWA (1786 1864)

Kabuki Actor Onoe Kikugoro I. Artist: Yamamoto Yoshinobu (Japanese, active 1745-58). Culture: Japan. Dimensions: H. 12 1/8 in. (30.8 cm); W. 5 1/2 in. (14 cm). Date: ca. 1750.This print depicts a popular Kabuki actor who specialized in female roles. Ono'e Kikugoro, dressed as a female character, sits before an alcove that is hung with a painting of him in the role of a male character. Thus, Yoshinobu uses the compositional device of a picture-within-a-picture to show two guises of the same actor, which are seemingly contemplating each other. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

The actor Sawamura Sojuro in front of a portrait, board 14 pasted onto a makimono: Selection of a hundred painters from the Ukiyo e school from Edo /Toto ukiyo e hiakkasen; part 5 Utagawa, toyokuni (1769 1825)

Young woman holding poem slip 1773-1828 Japan. Color woodblock print; shikishiban, surimono . Utagawa Toyohiro

Kunisada, work, Actor Ichkawa Danjuro VII in the play Sakigake Genji no Kiba Musha (The Minamoto Horseman Rushing to Battle), 1828, colored woodcut, graphic

Ink Komachi. Yashima Gakutei (Japan, c. 1786-c.1855). circa 1825. Prints; woodblocks. Surimono; color woodblock print with brass, tin, and embossing

Japan, Bunbunsha, Ononaga, Shunryûsha, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Two Men Fighting, Two Young Actors, Ichikawa Ebizô VI, later Danjûrô VIII (1823-54) and another Ichikawa actor play the famous scene from the Soga brother drama, in which Soga no Gorô Tokimune tears apart the armor of Asashina Saburô. In the cartouche, the actor Ichikawa Danjûrô VII (1791-1859) looks at his sons. With two poems., print, prent, surimono, prints, Japan (collection), height 219 mm, width 186 mm, Japanese, 1786 - 1865, print maker, printmaker, 1825 - 1826, first quarter 19th century, second quarter 19th century, paper, colour woodcut, blind stamp, poet, 1780 - 1837

Hodogaya, from the series The Tokaido in Fifty-Three Pairs. Date: 1845. Dimensions: 38 cm x 25 cm. Museum: Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam. Author: UTAGAWA KUNIYOSHI.

KAMURO EN SHINZô OP NieUWJARSDAG, Katsukawa SHUNTEI, C. 1820 Two young students from a Geisha prepare for New Year's Day. The older, Shinzô, wears a standard with New Year's decorations, the youngest, Kamuro, holds a battle wood with an image of a carp. With five poems. Japan paper color woodcut

Drie acteurs bij een kamerscherm.Two actors, one sitting, the other standing with sword in right hand, with room screen with painting of eagle on rock in the sea behind which third actor, sitting, in woman role.

Girl Listening to the Snipes, Suzuki Harunobu, 1765 print Girl with hairs in her right hand, sits against a windowsill and looks outside at a landscape with water and birds; Two books next to her on the floor. Probably part of a two or triptych. Japan paper color woodcut adolescent, young woman, maiden. landscapes with waters, waterscapes, seascapes (in the temperate zone). shore-birds and wading-birds: snipe

Actors in role: the sculptor Hidari Jingoro offering a cup of sake to a doll that has come to life and stepped out of its box. Colour woodcut by Kunisada I, 1856.

Memorial Portrait of the Actor Onoe Kikugoro III. Utagawa School; Japanese, 19th century. Date: 1849. Dimensions: . Color woodblock print; oban. Origin: Japan. Museum: The Chicago Art Institute, Chicago, USA.

Print Utagawa Kunisada Japanese. Print 58239

Dondervogels, isoda kôryûsai, 1770 - 1780 print Two mythological thunder birds on a pine branch; A river in the background; A poem in the cloud pattern at the top of the print. Japan paper. color woodcut birds. trees: pine. river

Court Ladies Viewing a Painting, c. 1800 - c. 1805 print Three sitting court ladies at a windshield, while one stops a rolled out painting. Fujiwara No Junshi (809-71), also known as Gojô Nyôgo, was the wife of the emperor Ninmyô (ruled 833-50). With one poem. paper color woodcut picture, painting. adult woman (+ three persons). screen, folding screen

Ichikawa Danjr VII and Segawa Kikunoj V as Soga no Gor and his lover. Artist: Utagawa Kunisada, Japanese, 1786-1865

Matsubaya uchi yosooi, The Courtesan Yosoi of Matsuba-ya., Utamaro II, -approximately 1831, artist, between 1806 and 1809, 1 print : woodcut, color ; 36.2 x 24.7 cm., Print shows Yosoi of Matsuba-ya, a courtesan, walking with a young female attendant and a male servant carrying a large parasol.

The Bamboo-Cutter, from the series Ten Romances for the Honch Club. Artist: Yashima Gakutei, Japanese, ca. 1786-1868

Seven roles of the farewell performance: The actor Iwai Shijaku as Shizunome Osaku and Okujochū Takegawa. Donation Gerhard Schack

Evening Cool on the Verandah (Ensaki no yusuzumi): Genre scenes with kyoka poems, in aiban format (Kyoka-iri aiban fuzoku zu). Kitagawa Utamaro ; Japanese, 1753 ()-1806. Date: 1783-1795. Dimensions: 31.7 x 22.2 cm. Color woodblock print; aiban. Origin: Japan. Museum: The Chicago Art Institute, Chicago, USA.

Danshichi Kurobei, 1866, 12th lunar month, Tsukioka Yoshitoshi; Publisher: Sanoya Tomigorō; Author: Takabatake Ransen, Japanese, 1839 - 1892, 14 1/4 × 9 9/16 in. (36.2 × 24.29 cm) (image, vertical ōban)14 5/16 × 9 11/16 in. (36.35 × 24.61 cm) (sheet), Woodblock print (nishiki-e); ink and color on paper, Japan, 19th century, Danshichi Kurobei had been imprisoned for injuring a man who then died, although from a different cause. He was released with the help of Lord Tamashima but exiled from his hometown. Later, Kurobeis cruel and greedy father-in-law, Mikawaya Giheiji, kidnapped the mistress of Lord Tamashimas son and demanded a ransom for her release, but Kurobei managed to intervene and free her. Giheiji was outraged since he had supported Kurobeis wife and child while the younger man was in prison and now demanded payment. When Kurobei was unable to make good on his debt, Giheiji began beating him with his sandal. A fight broke out, and eventually Kurobei lost his temper. He strip

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An Archer and a Seated Lady, c. 1800 - c. 1805 print Sitting lady Tamamushi with the warrior Nasu No Yochi from the 12th century in the background. Nasu No Yochi was a well -known archer of the Minanoto Clan who could shoot a fan from the hands of Lady Tamamushi on one of the ships during the Battle of Yashima in 1185. With two poems. paper color woodcut sitting figure - AA - female human figure. fan. shooting with bow and arrow, archery (~ games of skill)

SONE NO YOSHITADA, 1843-1846 print Princess Usuyuki at a ferry. Despite her travel suit (the white cloak, wide black hat and walking stick), the ferryman is shocked by her beauty. Scene from a kabukitis piece. Poem by Sone No Yoshitada. paper color woodcut adult woman. rowing-boat, canoe, etc.. umbrella

Kwast: Drurowe Wei, Yashima Gakutei, c. 1827 Lady whey (egg fujin) sitting at a writing table. She was a famous calligraph in the formal style. With two poems. Japan paper color woodcut calligraphy

The First Horseback Ride (Uma norizome), from the series "The Five Fashionable Days of Starting (Furyu go kotohajime)". Isoda Koryusai; Japanese, 1735-1790. Date: 1768-1780. Dimensions: 10 1/4 x 7 1/2 in. Color woodblock print; chuban. Origin: Japan. Museum: The Chicago Art Institute, USA.

Kunisada, work, Actors Ichikawa Danzo VI and Ainosuke in the play Irifune Soga Nihon no torikachi (The Soga clan conquers Japan), 1857, colored woodcut, graphics

A Triptych (Sanpukutsui) Courtesans of the Pleasure Quarters of the Three Cities 1750-1785 Japan

The actor Iwai Shijaku as IMōto Shiori. Donation Gerhard Schack

Artist signing a screen, no 1 from the series of 12 prints 1703-1713 Japan. Woodblock print; oban, sumizuri-e . Okumura Masanobu

Knight with blooding face, pierced by arrows YOSHIIKU, UTAGAWA (1833 1904)

Courtesan Usugumo 19th century Yashima Gakutei Japanese. Courtesan Usugumo 55069

Ceremonial Start of Work at the New Year. Kubo Shunman (Japan, Tokyo, 1757-1820). Japan, circa 1790. Prints; woodblocks. Color woodblock print

Namekata Monya Throwing an Assailant to the Ground. Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (Japan, 1839-1892). Japan, 1866, 2nd month. Prints; woodblocks. Color woodblock print

An Old Painting of the Courtesan Yugiri in the Tajiro Collection, Copied by Matora (Tajiro shozo mosha ni oite Yugiri no koga Matora). Ôishi, Matora (1792-1833), graphic artist

Twenty-four Japanese examples of branch piety for the Honchôren (series title), The woodcutter Kôsagi is standing by a waterfall, with a gourd and his chopper next to him. The poor lumberjack wanted to provide his parents with rice wine (sake) every day, but one day when he had no money for sake, he filled his gourd with water from the Yôrô waterfall. The gods turned the water into sake because he took such good care of his parents. The first poem: The boy first drinks the water from the waterfall and then offers his parents a cup of spicy rice wine. Second poem: Food for the elderly, but also immortals come here to drink the rice wine from the mist, waterfall, Yashima Gakutei (mentioned on object), Japan, 1820 - 1825, paper, colour woodcut, h 203 mm × w 181 mm

. A harness and a roll-out arrow on a table. With one poem. The print is a B copy.

Tomoe Gozen, concubine of Kisz Yoshinake, killing the strong man Uchida Ieyoshi at Awazu no Haru in 1184. Created in 1769, this woodcut measures 11 x 8 inches (27.9 x 20.3 cm)

The Courtesan Sayoginu of the Yotsumeya Brothel, from the series "A Pattern Book of the Year's First Designs, Fresh as Spring Herbs" (Hinagata wakana hatsu moyo). Artist: Isoda Koryusai (Japanese, 1735-ca. 1790). Culture: Japan. Dimensions: 15 1/4 x 10 3/8 in. (38.7 x 26.4 cm). Date: 1776. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Three women at a table, with calIIgraphic inscription KORYUSAI, ISODA (1735 1790)

Takenouchi no Sukune carrying the Emperor Ojin 1825-1835 Japan. Color woodblock print; shikishiban, surimono . Totoya Hokkei

The obedient child from the Shinano province, an example from the collection of sand and pebbles, Yashima Gakutei, c. 1821 A boy reads a document while an older man listens to him in the background. With two poems. This print refers to the story of a man who returns land to the berooed son of the deceased man from whom he had bought the country. The collection of sand and pebbles (Shasekishû) is an anthology of 134 humorous Buddhist stories, compiled between 1279 and 1283 by the monk Mujû (1226-1312). Japan paper color woodcut

Tomoe Gozen and Fan Kuai. Yashima Gakutei (Japan, c. 1786-c.1855). Japan, circa 1824. Prints; woodblocks. Surimono: color woodblock print; brass, mica, and tin

Kibi ehime from the Chronicles of Japan (Kibi ehime, Nihongi), from the series Twenty-four Japanese Paragons of Filial Piety for the Honcho Circle (Honchoren Honcho nijushiko) 1816-1826 Japan. Color woodblock print; shikishiban, surimono . Yashima Gakutei

SANUKI, 1845-1846 print Yazama Jûtarô smuggles swords in a wicker mat, unexpectedly encountering his wife Orie, who tries to come home, sitting in the snow, in vain. Scene from a kabukitis piece. Poem by Sanuki. paper color woodcut snow. hacking and thrusting weapons: sword. asking someone not to leave

Courtesan and her wooer (Fugu-no bijin to kurage-no tomo), surimono. Shigenobu, Yanagawa (1787-1832), graphic artist

The Actor Ichimura Uzaemon IX as Kajiwara Genta no Kagetoki ( ), in the Play Myoto-giku Izu no Kisewata, Performed at the Nakamura Theater in the Eleventh Month, 1770 1767-1777 Japan. Color woodblock print; from the illustrated book Yakusha Kuni no Hana (Prominent Actors of Japan) . Katsukawa Shunsho

The Actor Arashi Kitsusaburō I (Kichisaburō II) as Prince Koretaka 1821 Shunkōsai Hokushū 好斎北洲 Japanese The renowned Osaka actor Kitsusaburō I (best known as Rikan I, 1769-1821) is shown as Prince Koretaka, whose character was based on an actual member of the late ninth-century Heian court, but who was always represented more heroically in Kabuki plays. Grandly posed on a raised mat, he leans on a black lacquer armrest topped with a tiger pelt and decorated with tachibana (mandarin orange) patterns, referring to the actor’s newly acquired crest. The hokku (17-syllable verse), by the actor himself, refers to the character’s retirement in Ono Village, near Mount Hiei:Sakura chiru Ono ni minori no wakaba kana As cherry blossoms scatterat Ono, new leaves will appear, just as Buddha teaches.. The Actor Arashi Kitsusaburō I (Kichisaburō II) as Prince Koretaka 76811

Japan, Momohito, Kasentei, Mane, Wasuitei, Watamori, Yamato, Gakutei, Yashima, Girl with bouncing ball, passe-partout, bottom left - printed, Girl playing with a bouncing ball in a circular cartouche surrounded by plum blossom. From an untitled series of figures in circular cartouches. With three poems., surimono, prints, Japan (collection), verso - stamped, height 202 mm, width 182 mm, Japanese, 1786 - 1868, print maker, 1826 - 1826, second quarter 19th century, paper, color woodcut, blind stamping, 1795 - 1849, poet

Knight breaking the a vase Katsushika, hokusai (1760 1849)

A group of three women, one standing and reading from a book, the others seated at a writing table., 1807, Woodcuts, 15 x 10 in. (38.1 x 25.4 cm)

Craftsman by the Twelve Sign of Zodiac. Artist: Utagawa Kuniyoshi (Japanese, 1797-1861). Culture: Japan. Dimensions: Image: 13 5/8 × 9 5/8 in. (34.6 × 24.4 cm). Date: 19th century. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Mishima, from the series "Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido (Tokaido gojusan tsugi)". Katsushika Hokusai ; Japanese, 1760-1849. Date: 1801-1811. Dimensions: Approx. 24 × 18.3 cm. Color woodblock print; chuban. Origin: Japan. Museum: The Chicago Art Institute, Chicago, USA.

Poemat KIYOWARY MOTOSUKEGO / KIYOWARA MOTOSUKE Utagawa, kuniyoshi (1797 1861)

Street Scene in the New Year Season. Artist: Utagawa Kuninao (Japanese, 1793-1854). Culture: Japan. Dimensions: 8 5/16 x 7 1/4 in. (21.1 x 18.4 cm). Date: 1814. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

The actor Asao Tamejūrō III as Bantō Gihei. Donation Gerhard Schack

Hojo Tokimune and Soga no Juro Sukenari celebrate Goro's coming of age, from the series Illustrated Tale of the Soga Brothers (Soga monogatari zue) 1838-1852 Japan. Color woodblock print; oban . Utagawa Hiroshige

Lady Gosechi, Yoshitoshi, Tsukioka

Ogura imitation of the one hundred poems. To kill Taiheiji with knife at the Oyone point, against a background of smoke. Scene from a Kabukite team. Poem by Fujiwara No Michinobu Ason.

The actors Segawa Kikunojo III as the courtesan Kojoro of the Mikuniya and Arashi Sanpachi I as her elder brother Kujuro in the play "Tomigaoka Koi no Yamabiraki," performed at the Kiri Theater in the first month, 1798. Utagawa Toyokuni I ; Japanese, 1769-1825. Date: 1798. Dimensions: 37.3 x 24.3 cm (14 11/16 x 9 9/16 in.). Color woodblock print; oban. Origin: Japan. Museum: The Chicago Art Institute, Chicago, USA.

Ogura imitation of the one hundred poems. Kintoki (Kaidômaru) with ax and the hunter Urabe Suetake. Isami Tomokichirô in battle with Rokuya Ongundayû, who has just thrown a knife in the sword of Tomokichirô. Scene from a Kabukite team. Poem by Fujiwara No Sadakata (Sanjô No Udajin).

Girl with New Year decorations., 1801 - 1825, Woodcuts

Sakura-gaiCherry Shell, from the series Genroku Poetry Shell Games. Artist: Katsushika Hokusai (Japanese, Tokyo (Edo) 1760-1849 Tokyo (Edo)). Culture: Japan. Dimensions: 7 3/4 x 6 7/8 in. (19.7 x 17.5 cm). Date: probably 1821. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Japan, Chieda, Matsu no mado, Gakutei, Yashima, Katsushika nijûshishô, Twenty-four generals for the Katsushika poets' society, Hôjô Tokiyori, verso - stamped, Hôjô Tokiyori (1227-1256) was the prime minister of the Kamakura shogun Kujô Yoritsugu. Tokiyori was his loyal advisor and was very aware of the people's need. With one poem., print, surimono, prints, Japan (collection), height 208 mm, width 183 mm, Japanese, 1786 - 1868, print maker, printmaker, 1822 - 1822, paper, colour woodcut, blind stamping, poet

Dear Third: A man with two boys. .

Kisen Hshi, from the series Portraits of Six Immortal Poets. Artist: Katsushika Hokusai, Japanese, 1760-1849

Kanesuke Gorô Imakuni with a poem Minamoto No Muneyuki Asona, No. 28 from the series "Imitation of the collection from Ogura - one poem from a hundred poets" (Ogura Nazora Hyakunin Isshu)Dembiński, Stanisław (1891-1940)-collection, minamoto-no mineyuki, decorative boards according to the anthology of a hundred poets, cycle, gift (provenance), oban, poetry, Japanese art

Yamanobe no Akahito, from the series "One Hundred Poems by One Hundred Poets (Hyakunin isshu no uchi)". Utagawa Kuniyoshi; Japanese, 1797-1861. Date: 1837-1847. Dimensions: 38.1 x 25.2 cm (15 x 9 15/16 in.). Color woodblock print; oban. Origin: Japan. Museum: The Chicago Art Institute, Chicago, USA.

A Courtier Preparing to Write a Poem, c. 1800 - c. 1805 print Man and wife in court clothing from the Heian period (794-1185) sitting at a table with poetry notes (Tanzaku). With one poem. paper color woodcut writing accessories. sitting figure (+ two persons). reading

Saki no dai-sojô jien, 1846 print The spirit of the cherry tree, Sumizome, in the form of a Courtisane, with a blossom branch in her hand. She is about to hit the courty kuronushi with the branch on his head because he wanted to chop the cherry tree. This stage scene depicts the rivalry between two famous poets; Otomo No Kuronushi (with ax) and the female poet Ono No Komachi. Scene from a kabukitis piece. Poem by Saki No Dai-Sojô Jien. paper color woodcut courtesan, hetaera. actor (on the stage). spirit, ghost

Disguised or Transformed Hotei ca. 1769 Isoda Koryūsai Japanese. Disguised or Transformed Hotei 54577

Dancer with Hobby Horse and Two Musicians 1798, year of the horse Kubo Shunman Japanese. Dancer with Hobby Horse and Two Musicians. Kubo Shunman (Japanese, 1757-1820). Japan. 1798, year of the horse. Woodblock print (surimono); ink and color on paper. Edo period (1615-1868). Prints

Italy, Genoa, Keisai Eisen (1790-1848), woodcut

The eighth month; Hazuki; Games at moonlight; Tsuki yo asobi. Two struggling boys, a third boy with impeller in the right hand plays referee and a fourth look; at full moon; In cloud pattern a poem.

De Achtste Maand, Kitao SHIGEMASA, 1768-1772 print Two wrestling boys, a third boy with a fan in the right hand, play referee and a fourth watches; at full moon; A poem in cloud pattern. Japan paper color woodcut youth, adolescent. wrestling (sport). full moon

The monkey king blows its hair, Katsushika Taito II (attributed to), 1836 print In a circular medallion, the hundred -year -old monkey Songoku is depicted while he blows away his pulled away, which then turns into a monkey army. A pattern of monkey puppets has been incorporated in the silver -colored background around the medallion. This print is a calendar sheet (Egoyomi) for the year of the monkey, 1836. The short months have been incorporated into the folds of the monkey of the monkey. With two anonymous poems. Japan paper color woodcut monkeys, apes

Yoshitsune and Benkei at Ataka barrier. Ran-u; Japanese, 18th century. Date: 1765. Dimensions: 11 x 7 5/8 in. Color woodblock print; chuban. Origin: Japan. Museum: The Chicago Art Institute, USA.

Shinano Sakon Tomoyuki. Utagawa Kuniyoshi (Japan, 1797-1861). Japan, circa 1848-1849. Prints; woodblocks. Color woodblock print

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