Hirade Iki with a Severed Head

by Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

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Hirade Iki with a Severed Head by Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892) Japanese Woodblock Reprint
Hirade Iki with a Severed Head

Series; Biographies of Modern Men (Kinsei kyogi den)

Biographies of Modern Men - Yoshitoshi's terrific "Biographies of Modern Men" series illustrates the heroes, villains, and strongmen in a deadly confrontation between two gambling rings in Shimosa Province in 1849. Like modern day gangs, these two groups of criminals and outlaws engaged in a brutal blood feud. A fine series of portraits of men who, much like the 47 Ronin, became popular culture heroes in Japan long after their time. A great early Yoshitoshi series.

Beautifully carved and printed, these reprints come from a 1917 edition published by Yoshikawa Kobunkan. Each features a portrait of a famous character along with a text page with a story about the figure. Originals from this series are difficult to find, so these fine Taisho era reprints are offer a nice chance to collect an early Yoshitoshi warrior image.

Artist - Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

Image Size - Image: 7 5/8" x 5 1/4" + margins as shown; each page 9 1/2" x 6 1/2

Condition - With excellent color and detail as shown. Two separate panels. Stitching holes along inner edges from previous folio binding. Faint toning. Some prints have slight soiling or faint spotting. Please see photos for details. Generally in good condition overall.

Hirade Iki with a Severed Head by Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)
Hirade Iki with a Severed Head by Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

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