Snow, Moon and Flowers: Snow, the Actor Onoe Baiko in the Role of Iwakura no Sogen - 1890 - Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (1839-1892) - Giappone - Periodo Meiji (1868-1912)

Tsukioka Yoshitoshi - "Snow, Moon and Flowers: Snow, the Actor Onoe Baiko in the Role of Iwakura no Sogen” (Maiji 23 / 1890)

This stunning woodblock triptych by **Tsukioka Yoshitoshi** (1839–1892) beautifully captures the actor **Onoe Baiko** portraying **Iwakura no Sogen** in a snowy scene. Created in **1890 (Meiji 23)**, this print is part of Yoshitoshi’s renowned *Snow, Moon, and Flowers* series, reflecting the artist's exceptional skill in blending dramatic subject matter with natural beauty.

- **Style**: Japanese woodblock print
- **Size**: Approx. 370mm × 750mm (triptych)
- **Condition**: Good condition with vibrant colors. Some color transfer visible on the reverse side, typical of its age. Well-preserved printing quality.

Technical details

Dates: 8/1890
Size: Oban triptych
Signed: Yoshitoshi ga
Seal: Yoshitoshi, Taiso
Publishers: Akiyama Buemon
Engraver: Hori Yu
Calligraphy: Katsurakaen Keika

See British Museum: https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/A_1989-1101-0-1

This piece is a perfect representation of Yoshitoshi’s later works, where he masterfully portrayed actors in highly expressive and atmospheric settings, making it a must-have for collectors of *ukiyo-e* and Japanese art.

A rare opportunity to own an authentic Yoshitoshi print in excellent condition, ready to enhance any art collection.

100% old original triptych dating more than 130 years ago. Extremely rare and valuable museum class article.

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