Eastern Brocades, Day and Night Compared - Designed in 1886, Chikanobu's extraordinary "Eastern Brocade" series features a fantastic range of subjects, including brave warriors, eerie ghosts, timeless beauties, and famous figures from traditional tales of triumph and treachery. These beautiful images bring the history and legends of Japan to life with colorful characters and a wonderful attention to detail. Note the appealing compositions and fine printing in these Meiji era masterworks, many of which include deluxe treatments such as burnishing, embossing, or the addition of mica. These attractive designs are a nice choice to collect or display.

Imperial Minister Kibi, No. 38 - Sent to study in China in the 717, Kibi no Makibi became imperial advisor to Empress Koken after his return many years later. He brought introduced many Chinese customs and arts to the Japanese court. Here he watches over two women embroidering a beautiful design. The inset above shows him watching the moon rise, something that always made him homesick while in China. Lovely color and detail in the sumptuous fabrics, and fine expressive faces. A charming print.

Artist - Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Image Size - 13" x 8 3/4" + margins as shown

Condition - With excellent color and detail. Some light rubbing and soiling at edges. Paper slightly wavy. Some light ink bleed. Please see photos for details. Good overall.