Utagawa 1797 1861 Collection

Saito Oniwakamaru, c1827. Private Collection

Sensui fune johatsu (The First Time on a Boat on a Miniature Lake), c1847. Private Collection

Ghost of Akugenda Yoshihira Attacking Nanba Jiro at Nunobiki Waterfall, ca 1825. Creator: Kuniyoshi
Ghost of Akugenda Yoshihira Attacking Nanba Jiro at Nunobiki Waterfall, ca 1825. Private Collection

Michiyuki (nekoyanagi sakari no tsukikage). From the Series "Fashionable Cat Games", ca 1847-1852. Private Collection

Little Purple Gromwell (Wakamurasaki), from the series Genji gumo ukiyo e awase, c. 1850. Private Collection

Actor Ichikawa Danjuro VIII as the brigand Jiraiya (Views of Fuji from Edo), 1852. Private Collection

The First Plum Blossoms of Spring (Ume no sakigake), 1848-1849. Creator: Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1797-1861)
The First Plum Blossoms of Spring (Ume no sakigake), 1848-1849. Private Collection

Taira Koremochi fighting the demon Kijo among falling maple leaves, c. 1830. Creator: Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1797-1861)
Taira Koremochi fighting the demon Kijo among falling maple leaves, c. 1830. Private Collection

The Origin Story of the Cat Stone at Okabe, 1843-1847. Creator: Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1797-1861)
The Origin Story of the Cat Stone at Okabe, 1843-1847. Private Collection

Catching Whales at Goto and Hirado in Hizen Province or Kishu Province, from the series Nihon meisan tsukushi, c1840. Private Collection

The ghost of the general Taira no Tomomori at the bottom of the ocean with the anchor he used to drown himself following defeat. Private Collection

Morozumi Bungo no kami Masakiyo, ca. 1849. Creator: Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1797-1861)
Morozumi Bungo no kami Masakiyo, from the series Courageous Generals of Kai and Echigo Provinces: The Twenty-four Generals of th, ca. 1849. Private Collection

Fishing for Bonito in Sagami Province, from the series Auspicious Desires on Land and Sea, 1852. Private Collection

Sanuki no in kenzoku o shite Tametomo wo sukuu zu, 1851. Creator: Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1797-1861)
Sanuki no in kenzoku o shite Tametomo wo sukuu zu, 1851. Private Collection

Inumura Daikaku Masanori, from the series Honcho Suikoden goyu happyakunin no hitori (One of the Eight Hundred Heroes of the Wat, c1832. Private Collection

Senbu (Not a Very Lucky Day). From the series Rokuyosei Kuniyoshi jiman (Kuniyoshi s
Senbu (Not a Very Lucky Day). From the series Rokuyosei Kuniyoshi jiman (Kuniyoshis Analogies for the Six Conditions of Nature), 1860. Private Collection

Horyu Tower, from the series Nanso Satomi Hakkenden (Tale of the Eight Dogs), c1840. Private Collection

Daimotsu-no-ura kaitei no zu (At the Bottom of the Sea in Daimotsu Bay), ca 1852. Private Collection

At Izu no Oshima, Chinzei Hachiro Tametomo Shoots an Enemy Warship with an Arrow, c1843. Private Collection

When the Great General Was on the Way to Kyoto from Kyushu... (Meisho Kyushu yori joraku no toki), c1850. Private Collection

Konoe-no-in no Gyo-u Nimpyo San-nen, ca 1842. Private Collection

Akazawayama ozumo (Grand Sumo Tournament on Mount Akazawa), 1858. Private Collection

Benkeis Heroic Strength: Playfully Dragging the Bell of Mii Temple up Mount Hiei, ca 1845. Private Collection

Sasai Kyuzo Masayasu, from the series Taiheiki eiyuden (Heroes of the Great Peace), ca. 1849. Private Collection

Yoru no sakura (Cherry Blossoms at Night), c1846. Private Collection

Shoki san jaki ni sokuto (Shoki Destroys Evil Demons), 1858. Private Collection

Yokohama Honcho no zu (Picture of Honcho in Yokohama), 1860. Private Collection

Yegara Heita Tanenaga, Izumi Kojiro Chikahira and Wada Kojiro Yoshishige battling a giant python. Private Collection

Minamoto no Yorimitsu and his retainers attacking the drunken monster Shuten-doji on mount Oe, 1851. Private Collection

Mutsu no kuni Chidori no Tamagawa (Plover Jewel River in Mutsu Province), c1847. Private Collection

Heishogoku Nyudo wa Go-Shirakawa-tei no otoshigo nite (Taira Kiyomori Uses Incantations to Delay the Sunset), ca 1842. Private Collection

Kamei Rokuro Shigekiyo fighting a black bear in the snow, watched by Yoshitsune and his retainers, 1849. Private Collection

Rorihakucho Chojun, from the series 108 Heroes of the Water Margin, c. 1828. Creator: Kuniyoshi
Rorihakucho Chojun, from the series 108 Heroes of the Water Margin, c.1828. Private Collection

The battle of Dan-no-ura (Dannoura sen no zu), ca 1844. Creator: Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1797-1861)
The battle of Dan-no-ura (Dannoura sen no zu), ca 1844. Private Collection

Amakasu Omi no Kami. The battle of Kawanakajima, ca 1844. Creator: Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1797-1861)
Amakasu Omi no Kami. The battle of Kawanakajima, ca 1844. Private Collection

Sanada no Yoichi Yoshihisa and Matano no Goro Kagehisa, ca 1835. Creator: Kuniyoshi
Sanada no Yoichi Yoshihisa and Matano no Goro Kagehisa, ca 1835. Private Collection

The last stand of the Kusunoki at Shijonawate (Nanke yushi shijonawate nite uchijini), c.1851. Private Collection

Yoshitsune ichidaiki Gojo-no-hashi no zu, ca 1839. Creator: Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1797-1861)
Yoshitsune ichidaiki Gojo-no-hashi no zu (The fight between Yoshitsune and Benkei on the Gojo Bridge), ca 1839. Private Collection

Koxinga Hunting the Tiger (Watonai tora-gari no zu), c. 1846. Creator: Kuniyoshi, Utagawa
Koxinga Hunting the Tiger (Watonai tora-gari no zu), c.1846. Private Collection

The Earth Spider Generates Monsters at the Mansion of Lord Minamoto Yorimitsu, 1843. Private Collection

Asaina Saburo Yoshihide Wrestling Two Crocodiles at Kotsubo beach, 1849. Creator: Kuniyoshi
Asaina Saburo Yoshihide Wrestling Two Crocodiles at Kotsubo beach. Kamakura, Shogun Minamoto no Yoriie watching from a rock, 1849. Private Collection

Cats forming the caracters for Octopus, from the series Cat Homophones (Neko no Ateji), ca 1842. Private Collection

Mikake wa kowai ga tonda ii hito da (He looks scary but is really quite a nice person), c. 1847. Private Collection

Men come together to make a man (Hito katamatte hito ni naru), c. 1847. Private Collection

Kintaro, 1845. Private Collection

Wanting to Tweeze the Nape of the Neck. From the series Auspicious Desires on Land and Sea (Sankai medetai zue), 1852. Private Collection

Mother with Baby, ca 1845. Private Collection

Seven Lucky Gods, 1843-1845. Artist: Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1797-1861)
Seven Lucky Gods, 1843-1845. Private Collection

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Utagawa (1797-1861) was a renowned Japanese artist known for his exceptional woodblock prints. His works captured various themes, from historical events to mythical creatures, showcasing his mastery of the art form. One of Utagawa's notable pieces is "Saito Oniwakamaru" created around 1827. This print depicts the legendary samurai warrior Saito no Musashibo Benkei disguised as a young boy named Oniwakamaru. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring this captivating tale to life. In another masterpiece called "Sensui fune johatsu (The First Time on a Boat on a Miniature Lake)" from approximately 1847, Utagawa showcases his ability to capture serene landscapes with precision. The tranquil scene portrays individuals experiencing the joy of boating in a picturesque setting. Utagawa's talent also shines through in "Ghost of Akugenda Yoshihira Attacking Nanba Jiro at Nunobiki Waterfall, " dating back to around 1825. This print illustrates an intense battle between two warriors amidst the breathtaking backdrop of Nunobiki Waterfall. The dynamic composition and dramatic use of color make this artwork truly mesmerizing. "Catching Whales at Goto and Hirado in Hizen Province or Kishu Province" presents Utagawa's versatility as an artist by showcasing scenes from everyday life rather than focusing solely on legends or battles. This particular piece captures fishermen engaged in their arduous task while highlighting the beauty and power of nature. Another intriguing work by Utagawa is "The ghost of General Taira no Tomomori at the bottom of the ocean with an anchor. " Created during an unknown date, this haunting image delves into supernatural elements intertwined with historical narratives, creating a sense of mystery and intrigue.