1870 Utagawa Toyonobu Original Japanese Woodblock Print “Meiji Restoration”. Medium: Original Woodblock Print on Hosho paper Washi (Mulberry Tree Fibers). Measurements: Framed_21″ H x 16″ W Print_14″ H x 9″ W. This woodblock print depicts Japanese statemen, Politicians, and Royal Family Members with their family banners overhead. The Meiji Restoration happened in 1868 during the artist lifetime. This print could be considered “Propaganda” as it depicts actual members of the new regime and their names. This print was not the artist normal subject material. About the Artist: Toyonobu was one of the last heirs of the tradition of the Utagawa School. He was the grandson of Kunisada and the son of Kunihisa. His prints centre around the theme of warriors. One of his most successful series is’New Selection of the Biography of the Taiko’ (Hideyoshi Toyotomi). This series tell us the story of the ascension of Hideyoshi Toyotomi and his famous vassals. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “pocketsrestorations” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Primary Material: Paper
- Color: Multi-Color
- Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
- Region of Origin: Japan
- Age: 1850-1899
- Maker: Utagawa Toyonobu