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Description

歌川国芳 Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1797-1861) Japanese antique art Original Ukiyo-e Woodblock Print / 'Ogata Shuma Hiroyuki' 本朝水滸伝豪傑八百人一個 '尾形周馬寛行' (Ogata Shuma Hiroyuki Slaying Giant Serpent from the series One of Eight Hundred Heroes of Water Margin of Japan) OW499

歌川国芳 Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1797-1861)
Utagawa Kuniyoshi was a ukiyo-e artist active during the late Edo period. His unique style earned him nicknames like “the eccentric painter.” Demonstrating exceptional artistic talent from childhood, Kuniyoshi became a disciple of Utagawa Toyokuni at age 15. He excelled at warrior paintings, earning the title “Kuniyoshi the Warrior Painter.” While creating muscular warrior illustrations, he also produced numerous comical and endearing caricatures featuring anthropomorphized cats—his personal favorite—alongside fish, raccoon dogs, and other creatures. His works, rich in rebellious spirit and satire, garnered overwhelming support from the public of his time. This attracted numerous disciples, forming the largest faction of ukiyo-e artists.

Not backed

Whole dimensions: 10.2" x 14.9" / 26cm x 38cm

Material: Mulberry Paper
Technique: Woodblock Print

Weight: 10g

Condition

Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions by the photos. Special notes: STAIN.

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