Messenger with a Severed Head on a Sword

by Ogata Koichi (Meiji era)

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Messenger with a Severed Head on a Sword by Ogata Koichi (Meiji era)

Original Meiji era Japanese Woodblock Print
Messenger with a Severed Head on a Sword

Series; Historic Outline of Wisdom and Courage, 1889

Historic Outline of Wisdom and Courage - Handsome image from a series depicting famous men from Japanese history and legend as examples of wisdom and courage. Some are individual portraits while others include nicely detailed settings. These interesting designs feature lively color and fine calligraphic line work.

Artist - Ogata Koichi (Meiji era)

Image Size - 7" x 9 1/4"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Backed with paper. Slight toning and curling. Some prints have a few marks or slight ink bleeding. Please see photos for details.

Messenger with a Severed Head on a Sword by Ogata Koichi (Meiji era)
Messenger with a Severed Head on a Sword by Ogata Koichi (Meiji era)

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