Lucky God Fukurokuju, 1844 - 1847

by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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Lucky God Fukurokuju, 1844 - 1847 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
Lucky God Fukurokuju, 1844 - 1847

Series; Children Imitating the Seven Gods of Good Fortune

Lucky God Fukurokuju, 1844 - 1847 - Attractive design from a Toyokuni III series pairing children with Japan's beloved Seven Lucky Gods. Here, a beauty reads a long letter while a young boy beside her plays with an origami crane, a bird associated with the featured god, Fukurokuju. The beauty smiles as she looks intently at the message, her plaid kimono and reversible obi trailing onto the floor around her. A circular inset above depicts Fukurokuju, the god of wealth, happiness, and longevity, clutching a scroll, his elongated forehead covered with a black hood. A rarely seen series.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 1/8" x 9 3/4"

Condition - This print with good detail as shown. Vertical and diagonal folds. Small repair, wrinkling throughout, a few spots and stains. Please see photos for details.

Lucky God Fukurokuju, 1844 - 1847 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Lucky God Fukurokuju, 1844 - 1847 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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