Nobleman Painting a Samurai Portrait

by Yoshiiku (1833 - 1904)

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Nobleman Painting a Samurai Portrait by Yoshiiku (1833 - 1904)

Original Yoshiiku (1833 - 1904) Japanese Woodblock Print
Nobleman Painting a Samurai Portrait

Series; Lives of Valiant Tiger Warriors, 1870

Lives of Valiant Tiger Warriors - Handsome design from Yoshiiku's 1870 series "Lives of Valiant Tiger Warriors" depicting heroic samurai and noblemen in a variety of activities, along with a few beauties and commoners. Theses koban size prints pack a lot of detail into a small image, with expressive figures and interesting settings, accompanied by text about the figure. We’ve never come across prints from this series before. An interesting group.

Artist - Yoshiiku (1833 - 1904)

Image Size - Page size 7" x 4 3/4"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Stitching holes at one side from previous binding, a few small holes, repaired. Slight soiling, creasing, and rubbing. A few prints have stains. Please see photos for details. Generally in good condition overall.

Nobleman Painting a Samurai Portrait by Yoshiiku (1833 - 1904)
Nobleman Painting a Samurai Portrait by Yoshiiku (1833 - 1904)

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