Fukaya: Yuriwaka Daijin, 1852

by Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

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Fukaya: Yuriwaka Daijin, 1852 by Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

Original Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861) Japanese Woodblock Print
Fukaya: Yuriwaka Daijin, 1852

Series; Sixty-nine Post Stations of the Kisokaido Road, 1852 - 1853

Kuniyoshi's Sixty-nine Post Stations of the Kisokaido Road - Terrific print from Kuniyoshi's Kisokaido Road series, published between 1852 and 1853. The Kisokaido Road ran between Edo and Kyoto along a mountainous inland route, as opposed to the Tokaido Road, which followed the coast. Kuniyoshi created one design for each of the sixty-nine stations along the way, plus images for Edo and Kyoto. Each features a well-known figure from history or legend, along with a small inset depicting the station itself. These terrific illustrations feature wonderful detail and handsome settings, many with deluxe printing treatments such as fine bokashi shading or burnishing. A great choice for a Kuniyoshi collector or anyone interested in Japanese history and folklore.

Fukaya: Yuriwaka Daijin, 1852 - Fantastic image of the warrior Yurikawa Daijin shooting an arrow with his enormous bow, much to the astonishment of two spectators, who tumble on the ground in surprise. After a long absence, Yurikawa was able to prove his identity to his wife by using the giant bow, as only he had strength to do so. He stands with his feet firmly spread apart, the rustic bow in one hand, having just released an arrow. He follows the shot with his eyes, looking off into the distance, his long hair blowing about his face. He wears a green brocade kimono over a suit of armor and gray hakama print hakama pants. Rugged mountains form a dramatic backdrop with birds wheeling about the darkening sky above. A circular inset at upper left shows travelers making their way along a road with a small shelter at the side and tall pine trees. A great design with beautiful bokashi shading.

Artist - Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

Image Size - 14" x 9 5/8"

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Backed with paper. Vertical fold. Small loss at corner, slight thinning and small losses at edges, repaired. Slight toning and soiling, slight rubbing at edges. Please see photos for details.

Fukaya: Yuriwaka Daijin, 1852 by Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)
Fukaya: Yuriwaka Daijin, 1852 by Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

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