Postcard, Artist Yōshū Chikanobu (Toyohara Chikanobu) Japanese Art, Woodblock Print Postcard, Ukiyo-e, Miya-Mairi Kandamyozin Shrine
Condition: Great, w/ minimal signs of age, unposted card. Packed in a protective sleeve.
A family takes their newborn baby to the Tutelary Shrine giving thanks for their new born baby, for an easy delivery and growth of the child. 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.”
Dimensions: 4" x 6" Inches.
