Catalog record · 目録番号 59558

A Modern Journey to the West

Artist / 作者: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi月岡芳年
Date / 年代: 1865
Medium / 技法: 浮世絵 / Ukiyo-e / Edo / kruml
Digital image / 画像: 1374 × 1951 px
Published by / 公開者: 水野ナギ

Catalog note / 解説

The monkey battles Kinkaku Daio on a sea cliff from the rare set of eight prints: Tsuzoku Saiyuki, “A Modern Journey to the West.” Based on Wu Cheng’en’s ( 1500-1582 ) most famous novel, Journey to the West, which was translated and condensed by Arthur Waley and entitled Monkey. This is probably the finest design from this high quality set. Published by Fukuta, 10/1864 ( this design 2/1865 ). Superb impression. Fine colour and condition. Signed Ikkaisai Yoshitoshi ga. Status: Sold

Image record / 画像情報

KRUML · 1865 · kruml

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