Antique Woodblock Tomioka Eisen Story of Wankyu Kyuemon Circa 1898

This image is a Japanese woodblock print (ukiyo-e) titled “The Story of Wankyu Kyuemon” by Tomioka Eisen (1864 – 1905). Measures 12 x 8.9 inches. This particular print depicts a scene from the story of Wankyu Kyuemon, who was a merchant who learned the secret of producing gold-painted porcelain and then was driven mad with […]

Pair of 19thC Japanese Ukiyo-e Woodblock Prints Eizan & Eisen Interior Scene

This exquisite pair of original 19th-century Japanese woodblock prints (Ukiyo-e) highlights the private, elegant world of Edo-period women. Featuring works by Kikukawa Eizan and Keisai Eisen, these prints focus on interior settings and the delicate artistry of everyday life. Unlike formal portraits, these “indoor scenes” are prized for their atmosphere and the storytelling details hidden […]