Shin Kiyomizu Temple in Settsu Province, No. 25, of the Saikoku Pilgrimage Route, 1859

Miracles of Kannon - This large series designed in 1858-1859 by Kunisada and Kunisada II in collaboration with Hiroshige II pairs miracles performed by Kannon, the Buddhist Goddess of Mercy, with scenes of temples in the Western, Central, and Eastern provinces of Japan. Kunisada created the large figural scenes at the bottom of each image for most of the series, with Kunisada II contributing a few designs, while Hiroshige II designed the landscape views across the top of each print. A wonderful combination of expressive figures and lyrical scenic views, these interesting prints feature lively color and fine detail. An interesting, unusual series, and a great choice for collectors interested in classic Japanese tales.

Shin Kiyomizu Temple in Settsu Province, No. 25, of the Saikoku Pilgrimage Route, 1859 - Great image of Lord Akamatsu Ujinori sitting on a folding stool holding a spear and gesturing at a distraught young boy, who kneels, wiping his eye with his hand. Another samurai stands behind the youth holding his sword, shielding his eyes with his hand as he looks up. An intriguing image with fine detail in the armor of the samurai.

Artist - Kunisada (1786 - 1864) and Hiroshige II (1826 - 1869)

Image Size - 13 3/8" x 8 7/8" + margins as shown

Condition - Nice color and detail. Small losses at corners, a few prints have a couple holes or thin spots, repaired.