Silhouette Toy Print with Supernatural Creatures, 1881

by Kobayashi Eijiro (Meiji era)

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Silhouette Toy Print with Supernatural Creatures, 1881 by Kobayashi Eijiro (Meiji era)

Original Meiji era Japanese Woodblock Print
Silhouette Toy Print with Supernatural Creatures, 1881

Comments - Terrific omocha-e or toy print of figures in silhouette against a bright red ground. The designs include a long-necked demon, a one-legged umbrella headed creature sticking out its tongue, and a dancing monster with a lantern for a head, along with people from different walks of life. The supernatural creatures all have glowing white eyes. An unusual and entertaining subject.

Artist - Kobayashi Eijiro (Meiji era)

Image Size - 13" x 8 5/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. A few wormholes, repaired. Slight toning and soiling, a few creases and slight rubbing at edges. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Silhouette Toy Print with Supernatural Creatures, 1881 by Kobayashi Eijiro (Meiji era)
Silhouette Toy Print with Supernatural Creatures, 1881 by Kobayashi Eijiro (Meiji era)

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