Kobayashi Kiyochika - Because of his place in history and the changing times in Japan while he was active, Kiyochika is considered both the last important ukiyo-e master and the first noteworthy print artist of modern Japan. Kiyochika studied photography with a pioneer in the field in Yokohama, and also Western-style painting. Kiyochika's style combines Western-style depiction of light and shade with contemporary subjects such as brick buildings and street cars, reflecting the rapid modernization of Japan during the Meiji era. Kiyochika bridges the transition from Edo era ukiyo-e to Meiji woodblock prints.

Comments - Dramatic depiction of the great fire that swept through Tokyo in 1881, as seen from Hisamatsu-cho. Flames and smoke fill the sky as the fire burns out of control, crowds of people in dark silhouette at lower right as they watch, a few lanterns glowing among the throng. A fantastic design.

Artist - Kiyochika (1847 - 1915)

Image Size - 7 7/8" x 12 1/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with good detail as shown. Vertical folds. A few small repairs, wrinkling throughout. Please see photos for details.