Description: Color woodblock on paper, after Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, 1839 to 1892, a Japanese artist recognized as the last great master of the ukiyo-e genre. Titled Rakan no Takezō Holding a Wine Keg in One Hand. Plate 27 from the Kinsei kyogiden series, Biographies of Modern Men. The series illustrates the men involved in a deadly confrontation between two gambling rings in Shimosa Province in 1849. Much like the 47 Ronin, these outlaws became popular culture heroes in Japan. Dated 1866, Late Edo era. Titled underneath. Artists signature with Yoshi Kiri seal in the lower left. The woodblock comes with a printed Japanese text about Buddhist arhats. Collectible Oriental Graphic Art Prints. Each panel 13 5/8 x 9 1/4 in. All measurements are approximate. JapanJapanese EmpireMeiji JapanJapanese ArtUkiyo-eukiyoeJapanese Woodblock PrintsMilitary Art And CollectiblesAntiquesOriental ArtFar East AsiaArtwork in PaperWall ArtWall DecorHome DecorationHouse Decor Accents.
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Location: Brooklyn, New York
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Primary Material: Paper
Year: 1866
Japanese Era: Edo Period
Color: Multi-Color
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Title: Rakan no Takezo Holding a Wine Keg in One Hand
Region of Origin: Japan
Serie: Kinsei Kyogiden
Age: 1850-1899
Maker: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
