Kuniyoshi: Komei Praying for Wind (Sold)

Artist: Utagawa Kuniyoshi
Title: Komei Praying for Wind
Date: Circa 1840

The Chinese scholar Kômei praying for wind at the altar of the Seven Stars. His power seems evident, as the wind is evident in many ways. This is the second state of this work, where the cartouche reads “Wakan buyû kagami”

Condition: Very good impression and color. Good condition. With backing and tear near margin.
Dimensions: ôban 
Literature: Robinson S10.1 (2nd state)
Series: Heroes of the Popular HIstory of the Three Kingdoms, One by One (Tsûzoku Sangokushi eiyû no uchi-nin)
Signature: Ichiyûsai Kuniyoshi ga

SKU: KUY505