Edo Period Collection (page 6)

Famous Places in Tokyo, True View of Ryogoku Bridge, 1875 (woodblock print on paper)
6437392 Famous Places in Tokyo, True View of Ryogoku Bridge, 1875 (woodblock print on paper) by Hiroshige, Utagawa II (1829-1869); 35.7x24 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Kabuki actors Nakamura Matsue as Ono Otsu and Ichimura Uzaemon as Nagoya Kosanza
6437528 Kabuki actors Nakamura Matsue as Ono Otsu and Ichimura Uzaemon as Nagoya Kosanza, 18th century (woodblock print on paper) by Torii Kiyomasu I (fl.1697-1722)

Two actors, Ichimura Takenojo and Sanjo Kantaro in character
6437527 Two actors, Ichimura Takenojo and Sanjo Kantaro in character, 18th century (woodblock print on paper) by Torii Kiyomasu I (fl.1697-1722); 31x15.8 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Kabuki actor in character as a woman (onnagata), 1779 (woodblock print on paper)
6437523 Kabuki actor in character as a woman (onnagata), 1779 (woodblock print on paper) by Buncho, Ippitsusai (1725-94); 29.2x13.9 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

The Fifty-three stations of the Tokaido. Eight. 8th Station Hiratsuka, c. 1843-1847 (woodblock print on paper)
6437521 The Fifty-three stations of the Tokaido. Eight. 8th Station Hiratsuka, c.1843-1847 (woodblock print on paper) by Hiroshige

Kabuki actor Segwa Kikunojo III in female role (onnagata), c
6437499 Kabuki actor Segwa Kikunojo III in female role (onnagata), c.1794-1795 (woodblock on paper) by Sharaku, Toshusai (fl.1794-95); 32x14.9 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Kabuki actor, Ichikawa Danjuro VII, c. 1815-1820 (woodblock on paper)
6437497 Kabuki actor, Ichikawa Danjuro VII, c.1815-1820 (woodblock on paper) by Utagawa Kuninaga (d.1829); 20.8x17.8 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Display of Treasures at Mimeguri Shrine, 1799 (woodblock on paper)
6437492 Display of Treasures at Mimeguri Shrine, 1799 (woodblock on paper) by Utamaro, Kitagawa (1753-1806); 38.1x24.9 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: Part of triptych)

Imitating a Duck, 1809 (woodblock on paper)
6437435 Imitating a Duck, 1809 (woodblock on paper) by Utagawa Toyokuni (1769-1825); 37.4x25.1 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: Text by Santo Kyoden)

The Elegant Six Jewel Rivers, c. 1800-1805 (woodblock print on paper)
6437430 The Elegant Six Jewel Rivers, c.1800-1805 (woodblock print on paper) by Utamaro, Kitagawa (1753-1806); 38.1x24.8 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Playful Childrens Chushingura (The Treasury of Loyal Retainers) Act 9
6437422 Playful Childrens Chushingura (The Treasury of Loyal Retainers) Act 9, 1807 (woodblock print on paper) by Utamaro, Kitagawa II (fl.1800-1831); 22.6x16 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery

12 chapters of floral brocades from the series The most entertaining Niwaka from
6437410 12 chapters of floral brocades from the series The most entertaining Niwaka from the pleasure quarters, c.1758-1806 (woodblock print on paper) by Utamaro

Part of a horizontal pentaptych of Sumida River scene, 1829 (woodblock print on paper)
6437511 Part of a horizontal pentaptych of Sumida River scene, 1829 (woodblock print on paper) by Eishi, Chobunsai (1756-1829); 37.7x25.2 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Actors in the Twelve Months, 1809 (woodblock on paper)
6437486 Actors in the Twelve Months, 1809 (woodblock on paper) by Utagawa Toyokuni (1769-1825); 38.4x25.6 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: From a series of 36 prints)

Visit to a shrine, 1806 (woodblock on paper)
6437481 Visit to a shrine, 1806 (woodblock on paper) by Katsukawa Shunsen (1762-c.1830); 38.9x26 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Harunobu style beauties reading and posing with samisen
6437477 Harunobu style beauties reading and posing with samisen, 19th century (woodblock print on paper) by Harunobu, Suzuki (1725-70); 29.4x32 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Lady reading a long scroll letter, 1829 (woodblock print on paper)
6437509 Lady reading a long scroll letter, 1829 (woodblock print on paper) by Eishi, Chobunsai (1756-1829); 25.3x7.9 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Chinese court scene in Yamato-e style, 19th century (woodblock on paper)
6437505 Chinese court scene in Yamato-e style, 19th century (woodblock on paper) by Japanese School, (19th century); 30x41.5 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Kabuki actor Nakamura in female role (onnagata), c. 1794-1795 (woodblock on paper)
6437501 Kabuki actor Nakamura in female role (onnagata), c.1794-1795 (woodblock on paper) by Sharaku, Toshusai (fl.1794-95); 31.9x14.5 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Puppies from the album An Album of Pictures by Korin, 1802 (woodblock on paper)
6437496 Puppies from the album An Album of Pictures by Korin, 1802 (woodblock on paper) by Hochu, Nakamura (1797-1818); 26.5x37.9 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Actors Onoe Matsusuke and Nakayama Tomisaburo, 1825 (woodblock on paper)
6437441 Actors Onoe Matsusuke and Nakayama Tomisaburo, 1825 (woodblock on paper) by Utagawa Toyokuni (1769-1825); 37x25.6 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Imitating an Arkshell - Man flanked by two hats, 1809 (woodblock on paper)
6437437 Imitating an Arkshell - Man flanked by two hats, 1809 (woodblock on paper) by Utagawa Toyokuni (1769-1825); 37.5x25 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Imitating a Kite (bird), 1809 (woodblock print on paper)
6437432 Imitating a Kite (bird), 1809 (woodblock print on paper) by Utagawa Toyokuni (1769-1825); 37.5x25.1 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: Text by Santo Kyoden)

Playful Childrens Chushingura (The Treasury of Loyal Retainers) Act 4
6437425 Playful Childrens Chushingura (The Treasury of Loyal Retainers) Act 4, 1807 (woodblock print on paper) by Utamaro, Kitagawa II (fl.1800-1831); 22.2x16.2 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery

Playful Childrens Chushingura (The Treasury of Loyal Retainers) Act 5
6437419 Playful Childrens Chushingura (The Treasury of Loyal Retainers) Act 5, 1807 (woodblock print on paper) by Utamaro, Kitagawa II (fl.1800-1831); 22.6x15.9 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery

Half-length (bust) of actor Nakamura Utaemon in character
6437418 Half-length (bust) of actor Nakamura Utaemon in character, 1794 (woodblock print on paper) by Sharaku, Toshusai (fl.1794-95); 37.5x25 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Winter from the series Elegant Pleasures of the Four Seasons, c
6437400 Winter from the series Elegant Pleasures of the Four Seasons, c.1758-1806 (woodblock print on paper) by Utamaro, Kitagawa (1753-1806); 34.8x23.1 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Moon from the series Snow, Moon and Flowers compared to Beautiful Women
6437399 Moon from the series Snow, Moon and Flowers compared to Beautiful Women, 1808 (woodblock print on paper) by Utamaro

Harunobu style beauties reading and posing with samisen
6437396 Harunobu style beauties reading and posing with samisen, 19th century (woodblock print on paper) by Harunobu, Suzuki (1725-70); 29.3x33 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Niwaka of the Pleasure Quarters, 19th century (woodblock print on paper)
6437516 Niwaka of the Pleasure Quarters, 19th century (woodblock print on paper) by Utagawa Kuninaga (d.1829); 34.6x23.2 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Osome and Hisamatsu from the series Manipulations of Love with Musical Accompaniment, c
6437500 Osome and Hisamatsu from the series Manipulations of Love with Musical Accompaniment, c.1755-1806 (woodblock on paper) by Utamaro

Display of Treasures at Mimeguri Shrine, 1799 (woodblock on paper)
6437493 Display of Treasures at Mimeguri Shrine, 1799 (woodblock on paper) by Utamaro, Kitagawa (1753-1806); 38.1x25.8 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: Part of triptych)

Party of courtesans fording a wave-wracked river, 1825 (woodblock on paper)
6437487 Party of courtesans fording a wave-wracked river, 1825 (woodblock on paper) by Utagawa Toyokuni (1769-1825); 33.4x22.1 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Visit to a shrine, 1806 (woodblock on paper)
6437483 Visit to a shrine, 1806 (woodblock on paper) by Katsukawa Shunsen (1762-c.1830); 38.9x25.9 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Imitating a Crab, 1809 (woodblock on paper)
6437439 Imitating a Crab, 1809 (woodblock on paper) by Utagawa Toyokuni (1769-1825); 37.5x25.1 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: Text by Santo Kyoden)

Ohan and Choemon, 1804 (woodblock print on paper)
6437407 Ohan and Choemon, 1804 (woodblock print on paper) by Utamaro, Kitagawa (1753-1806); 36x23.8 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: A theatrical scene)

Man threatens scarecrow on a dark night, c. 1758-1806 (woodblock print no paper)
6437406 Man threatens scarecrow on a dark night, c.1758-1806 (woodblock print no paper) by Utamaro, Kitagawa (1753-1806); 37.9x26 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Eight views of Edo, c. 1770-1780 (woodblock print on paper)
6437398 Eight views of Edo, c.1770-1780 (woodblock print on paper) by Toyoharu, Utagawa (1735-1814); 26.4x38.6 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Part of a horizontal pentaptych of Sumida River scene, 1829 (woodblock print on paper)
6437510 Part of a horizontal pentaptych of Sumida River scene, 1829 (woodblock print on paper) by Eishi, Chobunsai (1756-1829); 37.7x25.2 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Five Fashionable Festivals, 1829 (woodblock print on paper)
6437508 Five Fashionable Festivals, 1829 (woodblock print on paper) by Eishi, Chobunsai (1756-1829); 36.2x24.4 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: A lady, seated)

Playful Children's Chushingura (The Treasury of Loyal Retainers) Act 2, 1807 (woodblock print on paper)
6437421 Playful Children's Chushingura (The Treasury of Loyal Retainers) Act 2, 1807 (woodblock print on paper) by Utamaro

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The Edo Period, also known as the Tokugawa period, was a time of great artistic and cultural development in Japan. This era lasted from 1603 to 1868 and was characterized by peace, stability, and isolationism. One of the most iconic images from this period is "The Great Wave" by Katsushika Hokusai. This woodblock print depicts men in boats battling large waves off the shore of Kanagawa, with Mount Fuji towering in the background. It captures both the power and beauty of nature that inspired many artists during this time. Another famous artwork from the a woodblock print by Shuntei Katsukawa depicting two samurai warriors engaged in battle. The intricate details and vibrant colors showcase the skillful craftsmanship that was prevalent during this era. In addition to these warrior-themed prints, there were also delicate works like "Eleven Female Cranes Standing in Dry Reed Bed. " Created using ink and colors on paper, this piece showcases the elegance and grace associated with traditional Japanese art. Religion played an important role during the Edo Period as well. "Nichiren Calming the Storm, " a color print by Utagawa Kuniyoshi, depicts a powerful scene where Nichiren, a Buddhist monk, calms a raging storm with his spiritual presence. Not only did visual arts flourish during this time but so did literature. One example is "The Blind Men and The Elephant, " another woodblock print by Hokusai which tells an allegorical story through vivid imagery. The it also saw advancements in trade with foreign countries such as Portugal. A six-fold screen titled "Nanban Six-Fold Screen Depicting Arrival of Portuguese Ship for Trade" portrays scenes of interaction between Japanese locals and Portuguese traders. This period also witnessed everyday life being depicted through art forms like paintings or prints showcasing activities such as sword cleaning or travelers in the snow at Oi.