Hitsu no Saisho Finds His Father in China, 1887

by Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

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Hitsu no Saisho Finds His Father in China, 1887 by Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

Original Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892) Japanese Woodblock Print
Hitsu no Saisho Finds His Father in China, 1887

Series; Twenty-four Accomplishments in Imperial Japan

Twenty-four Accomplishments in Imperial Japan - Yoshitoshi's late series "Twenty-four Accomplishments in Imperial Japan" highlights important figures throughout the history of Imperial Japan, from both legend and real life. These terrific images include valiant samurai, brave retainers, loyal wives, and fantastic demons. Beautifully drawn with a wonderful sense of realism and finely printed with rich jewel-tone colors, these designs are a great example of Yoshitoshi's mature artistic style. A great choice for a Yoshitoshi collector.

Hitsu no Saisho Finds His Father in China, 1887 - An unusual and compelling print from an ancient story. Karu no Daijin was sent by the Japanese government to be an emissary to China. For unknown reasons, he was arrested and condemned to serve as a candlestick, as shown in this scene. In this fantastic illustration, his son has traveled from Japan to find him. He discovers his father sitting in a chair at the Chinese court with a burning candle atop his head, his face and limbs withered and sallow, a mad expression on his face. Beautiful subtle burnished patterning in the tattered black kimono. One of the most dramatic images from the series.

Artist - Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

Image Size - 13 1/2" x 9 1/8" + top margin as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Backed with paper. Slight toning, small spot in margin, very faint stain at top edge. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Hitsu no Saisho Finds His Father in China, 1887 by Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)
Hitsu no Saisho Finds His Father in China, 1887 by Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

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