Utagawa KUNIYOSHI (1797-1861)

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The Empress Jingo Kogo, sumptuously attired, sitting on a rock with two Imperial Jewels above her. She is supposed to have invaded Korea although there is some debate about this. From a set Meiko hyaku yu den, “Stories of a Hundred Heroes of High Renown.” The series published by Idzumi-ya Ichibei, 1843-44.

Very fine impression, colour and condition. Signed Ichiyusai Kuniyoshi ga.

Status: Sold