The Face of Jizo When Making the Loan; The Face of Enma When Collecting the Debt

by Kyosai (1831 - 1889)

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The Face of Jizo When Making the Loan; The Face of Enma When Collecting the Debt by Kyosai (1831 - 1889)

Original Kyosai (1831 - 1889) Japanese Woodblock Print
The Face of Jizo When Making the Loan; The Face of Enma When Collecting the Debt

Series; One Hundred Pictures by Kyosai, 1862 - 1866

One Hundred Pictures by Kyosai - Terrific print from Kyosai's comic series "One Hundred Pictures by Kyosai." These amusing views illustrate humorous mishaps and incidents, poking fun at everyday life or imagining encounters with supernatural creatures. Several subjects feature animals in the guise of humans, such as birds dressed in kimono or foxes taunting men. A student of Kuniyoshi, Kyosai was known as a master of comic and satiric designs. Finely drawn with a realistic attention to detail, these prints would make an unusual and interesting addition to any woodblock collection. The Boston Museum of Fine Arts has many images from this series in its collection.

Artist - Kyosai (1831 - 1889)

Image Size - 6 5/8" x 4 1/2" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Backed with paper. Small loss at edge, repaired. Slight toning, soiling, and creasing, red seal. Please see photos for details.

The Face of Jizo When Making the Loan; The Face of Enma When Collecting the Debt by Kyosai (1831 - 1889)
The Face of Jizo When Making the Loan; The Face of Enma When Collecting the Debt by Kyosai (1831 - 1889)

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