Original Yoshitoshi (1839-1892) Japanese Woodblock Print Hideyoshi Cuts a Melon

Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (/) – Hashiba Chikuzen no Kami Hideyoshi Cutting a Melon (1887). Twenty-four Accomplishments in Imperial Japan. The scene shows Hashiba Hideyoshi (later Toyotomi Hideyoshi) slicing a melon offered by a peasant just before his campaign against Akechi Mitsuhide. According to legend, Hideyoshi vowed that Mitsuhide would meet the melon’s fate-an emblem of sworn […]

Yukawa Yoshimasa Woodblock Print Heian Shrine Moon Uchida Kyoto Shin Hanga Japan

Authentic mid-century Japanese woodblock print by Kyoto artist Yukawa Yoshimasa. Published by Uchida Art Company, with printer Mori seal. This classic shin-hanga print shows the Heian Shrine Garden under a glowing moon, with soft bokashi shading and visible woodgrain impressions – hallmarks of traditional hand printing. Details. Artist: Yukawa Yoshimasa. Title: Heian Shrine Garden (Moonlight). […]