The Life of Shakyamuni Illustrated - Released in 6 volumes in 1845, Hokusai's "The Life of Shakyamuni Illustrated" (Shaka goichidaiki zue) relates the story of Shakyamuni, the historical Buddha. The books feature stories of rebirth and the "Righteous Path" to serve as examples to the Buddhist community. Several images include deities or demons, with Buddha or Bodhisattvas triumphing over evil, while others depict the spread of Buddhism from India to China and Korea. Hokusai's black and white illustrations are carefully detailed, with expressive figures and handsome settings. This complete Volume 1 features 9 woodblocks, comprised of 7 single panels and 1 diptych, including individual portraits of the Gods of Sky, Earth, Water, and Wind, a lotus blossom, and palace scene. A rarely seen series and a nice opportunity to collect an original Hokusai book.
Artist - Hokusai (1760 - 1849)
Size - Single panel 8 1/8" x 6" + margins as shown; diptych 8 1/8" x 12" + margins as shown; overall size 9 7/8" x 7" x 1/4"
Condition - Prints with excellent detail as shown. Slight toning, slight soiling at edges, a few prints have slight rubbing at edges. Binding intact. Please see photos for details.
Complete Book
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