'The Border Crossing' by Ichiyōtei Yoshitaki - Japanese Woodblock Print Oban Table Lamp and beliefs of the people

and beliefs of the people of Flores

176 x 22 x 214 (wxdxh cms)

cracks and markings of its previous life

A prop stand holds the lid open if needed

238 x 0 x 176 (wxdxh cms)

'The Border Crossing' by Ichiyōtei Yoshitaki - Japanese Woodblock Print Oban Table Lamp and beliefs of the peopleThis old Japanese woodblock oban print by Ichiytei Yoshitaki (18411899) entitled 'The Border Crossing' from the Rustic Genji series, 54 chapters, originally printed 1869. Yoshitaki was based in Osaka from the 1860's 80's and was the most prolific designer of kabuki prints of his time. Kabuki is a classical Japanese theater style known for its highly stylised performances. This example is a 19th century reprint. Depicted are two male kabuki actors