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Kuniyoshi - Japanese Heroes for the Twelve Signs of the Zodiac

Kuniyoshi - Japanese Heroes for the Twelve Signs of the Zodiac

$390.00 USD
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Utagawa Kuniyoshi

Japanese Heroes for the Twelve Signs of the Zodiac / Hare. Shinozuka Iga-no-kami with a spear in hand screaming at the sea. In this series of prints, Japanese heroes are likened to the twelve animals of the zodiac. Note the amazing rabbit design of his helmet.

The Buddhist zodiac consists of twelve animals—rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, goat, monkey, cock, dog and boar.  There is a story that only these twelve animals came when called by Buddha, and this is the order in which they came. 

Size: 14” X 10”

Publisher: Mitaya Kihachi

Date: 1854

Condition: Very good condition, not backed, minor tape residue on back, cropped as shown.

Genre: Ukiyo-e

https://collections.mfa.org/objects/219743

 

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All our original woodblock prints are guaranteed authentic as described and shown. We don't make any Photoshop enhancements or add filters to our print images. Please check the print images front and back carefully before purchase, if you'd like additional pictures feel free to contact us. If, after purchase, you're not satisfied for any reason, return your print for a full refund within 15 days.