Postcard, Artist Yōshū Chikanobu (Toyohara Chikanobu) Japanese Art, Ukiyo-e , Bensaiten Shrine Shinobazu Pond Ueno
Condition: Great, w/ minimal signs of age, unposted card.
"In Japan the serpant is associated with Japanese Venus, God of love and beauty and one of the gods of good luck. This Series Features: Religious and noted places of Edo in connection with the twelve Oriental Zodiac, Ukiyo-e".
Artist: Japanese artist Yōshū Chikanobu (Toyohara Chikanobu 1838-1912), was prolific in the world of woodblock prints. "Over the past several decades collectors and historians have come to realize the cultural impact of his work. Creating throughout the Meiji Period (1868-1912), his works covered famous ukiyo-e themes including beautiful women, warriors, scenes of nature, cultural events and more.” Packed in a protective sleeve
Dimensions: 4" x 6" inches
