Tsukioka YOSHITOSHI (1839-1892)

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Fukuhara densha kaii no zu, “Strange Apparitions.”A triptych showing Taira no Kiyomori, leader of the Taira clan, on the terrace of his palace in Fukuhara haunted by the apparition of the skulls of past enemies in his snowy garden – primarily the Minamoto clan – that he has killed. Based on a scene from the Heike Monogatari, “The Tale of Heiki.” The title label: Shinyo rokkaisen, “New Selection of Six Ghosts.” Kiyomori was made Dajo-daijin, “Chancellor of the Realm” from 1167 until his death and was the power behind the Imperial throne. Published by Funazu Chujiro, 1882. This is the first edition with brown title label (later green).

Fine impression and colour. Several small wormholes and light album backing, otherwise good condition. Signed Oju Yoshitoshi ga.

Status: Available

Price: £3800