Ichiro Collection (#3)

Yamabe no Akahito (active 724-736), One of the Three Gods of Poetry From the Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shu), vol. 1, ca. 1820s

Kusonoki Tatewaki Masatsura (Warrior From the Book: Taiheiki), ca. 1840. Creator: Gakutei
Kusonoki Tatewaki Masatsura (Warrior From the Book: Taiheiki), ca. 1840

The Chinese Calligrapher Boying (Japanese: Hakuei; also known as the Sage of Cursive
The Chinese Calligrapher Boying (Japanese: Hakuei; also known as the " Sage of Cursive Script" ); " Inkstone" (Suzuri)

Kakinomoto no Hitomaro (ca. 662-710), One of the Three Gods of Poetry From the Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shu), vol. 1, ca. 1820s

Woman Tuning a Shamisen and a Cat Looking at its Own Reflection, mid- 1820s

Red Carp Ascending a Waterfall, late 1820s. Creator: Gakutei
Red Carp Ascending a Waterfall, late 1820s

Court Lady at Her Writing Table From the Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shu), vol. 3, ca. 1820s

Woman Seated Under a Cherry Tree About to Write a Poem on a Sheet of Paper for Poem Writing (Tanzaku), 19th century

Toasted Mochi (a kind of rice food used during the New Year season), 19th century

Wine Pot, Wine Cup and Folded Fan, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Wine Pot, Wine Cup and Folded Fan, 19th century

Benzaiten ni Ryu. Creator: Gakutei
Benzaiten ni Ryu

Two Men Wearing Yellow Coats and Straw Hats with Red Bows, 1840. Creator: Gakutei
Two Men Wearing Yellow Coats and Straw Hats with Red Bows, 1840

White Crane Flying across the Suns Disc, 1835?. Creator: Gakutei
White Crane Flying across the Suns Disc, 1835?

Fan-shaped Design Depicting Chinese Poet or Philosopher. Creator: Gakutei
Fan-shaped Design Depicting Chinese Poet or Philosopher

Carp and Pine. Creator: Gakutei
Carp and Pine

Print, ca. 1820. Creator: Gakutei
Print, ca. 1820

Night Scene, ca. 1830. Creator: Gakutei
Night Scene, ca. 1830

Print, ca. 1810. Creator: Gakutei
Print, ca. 1810

Print, ca. 1830. Creator: Gakutei
Print, ca. 1830

A Sage Fallen Asleep Over His Books, ca. 1820. Creator: Gakutei
A Sage Fallen Asleep Over His Books, ca. 1820

Nobleman Making Calligraphy, ca. 1830. Creator: Gakutei
Nobleman Making Calligraphy, ca. 1830

Mallet of Daikoku, One of the Gods of Good Fortune, and a Rat, probably 1828

Chinese Lady Seated at a Table, Composing an Ode, 1835. Creator: Gakutei
Chinese Lady Seated at a Table, Composing an Ode, 1835

Lady Komachi, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Lady Komachi, 19th century

Lady Murasaki Sets a Bird Free from a Cage, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Lady Murasaki Sets a Bird Free from a Cage, 19th century

Courtesan, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Courtesan, 19th century

Specialities of Bizen Province, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Specialities of Bizen Province, 19th century

Five Great Soldiers of Shoku, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Five Great Soldiers of Shoku, 19th century

Three Great Wise Men of the Han Dynasty, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Three Great Wise Men of the Han Dynasty, 19th century

Two Ladies Walking on the Water, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Two Ladies Walking on the Water, 19th century

Banko, a Chinese Sage, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Banko, a Chinese Sage, 19th century

Seven Sages in the Bamboo Grove, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Seven Sages in the Bamboo Grove, 19th century

Four Hermits of Shozan, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Four Hermits of Shozan, 19th century

Lady Threading Needle on Verandah, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Lady Threading Needle on Verandah, 19th century

Court Lady with a Fan—a Cherry-Tree in Bloom, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Court Lady with a Fan--a Cherry-Tree in Bloom, 19th century

Court Lady Looking at a Blooming Cherry-Tree, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Court Lady Looking at a Blooming Cherry-Tree, 19th century

Plum Blossoms and Cake-Box, 1819. Creator: Gakutei
Plum Blossoms and Cake-Box, 1819

Nobleman and Warrior, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Nobleman and Warrior, 19th century

Emperor Xuanzong (Japanese: Genso) and Daoist Magician Lo Gongyuan Arising from an Inkstone; " Ink" (Sumi), from Four Friends of the Writing Table for the Ichiyo Poetry Circle

The Heian Court Calligrapher Ono no Tofu (894-966); Calligraphy Brush (Fude), from F
The Heian Court Calligrapher Ono no Tofu (894-966); " Calligraphy Brush" (Fude), from Four Friends of the Writing Table for the Ichiyo Poetry Circle (Ichiyo-ren Bunbo shiyu)

Two Boys and a Screen, early 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Two Boys and a Screen, early 19th century

Sotoori-hime (early 5th century), One of the Three Gods of Poetry From the Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shu), vol. 1, ca. 1820s

Two Men Wearing Brown Coats, also Straw Hats with Brown Bows. Creator: Gakutei
Two Men Wearing Brown Coats, also Straw Hats with Brown Bows

Hino Kumawakamaru (Warrior) From the Book: Taiheiki, ca. 1840. Creator: Gakutei
Hino Kumawakamaru (Warrior) From the Book: Taiheiki, ca. 1840

Two men with fans, early-mid 19th century, (1924). Creator: Gakutei
Two men with fans, early-mid 19th century, (1924). From the " Kyoka Meishu Gwaso Shu" illustrated by Gakutei Yashima Sadaoka, a book on comic poems with portraits of the poets

Four Friends of Calligraphy: Lady Murasaki, 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Four Friends of Calligraphy: Lady Murasaki, 19th century

Furuichi Dance (No. 1 of a Set of Four), 19th century. Creator: Gakutei
Furuichi Dance (No. 1 of a Set of Four), 19th century

Trio, Part Three, 1786-1868. Creator: Gakutei
Trio, Part Three, 1786-1868

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"Ichiro: A Journey through Art and Literature" Step into the world of Ichiro, a captivating figure who embodies various characters from Chinese novels and Japanese folklore. Inspired by The Monkey King Songoku, Ichiro brings to life the legendary hero with his mischievous charm and unparalleled strength. In "A Poet and Mount Fuji, " we witness Ichiro's poetic side as he contemplates the majestic beauty of Japan's iconic mountain. But it is in "The Rain Shelter at Nii Hill" where we find Ichiro seeking solace amidst nature's embrace. With Osaka's Aji River as his backdrop, he finds tranquility under the shelter, reminding us of the importance of finding peace even in turbulent times. Gakutei captures Ichiro's versatility once again in "Fujiwara no Sadaie. " As a poet himself, Ichiro pays homage to Teika, one of Japan's greatest poets from centuries past. This piece showcases not only Gakutei's skill but also highlights how art can transcend time and connect generations. In "The Filial Son of Yoro, " we see another facet – his unwavering devotion to family values. Through this moral tale, Gakutei reminds us that filial piety is an essential virtue that should be cherished and upheld. Moving on to "The Filial Child from Shinano Province" and "The Filial Son of Kamakura, " we witness more examples embodying filial love across different regions in Japan. These pieces serve as reminders that respect for our elders transcends boundaries and unites us all. Ichiro takes on yet another role in "Komatsu Shigemori. " Drawing inspiration from Heike monogatari (Tales of Heike), he becomes a warrior whose bravery echoes throughout history. It serves as a testament to the enduring spirit found within each one of us. In "Brush.