Yashima Gakutei Collection (#4)

kite shape falcon takadako hangs New Years decorations
The kite, A kite in the shape of a falcon (takadako) hangs on New Years decorations of ferns (urajiro). This is a calendar print for the year 1816

New Years dancers screen series ten prints HonchAśren
New Years dancers on a screen A series of ten prints for the Honchoren (series title) Honchoren jubantsuzuki (series title on object), Two manzai dancers, one with a drum, the other with a drum fan

Common crane front rising sun Common crane perching
Common crane in front of the rising sun, Common crane perching along the rising New Years sun partly shrouded in fog banks

Twenty-four Japanese examples branch piety HonchAśren
Twenty-four Japanese examples of branch piety for the Honchoren (series title), The woodcutter Kosagi is standing by a waterfall, with a gourd and his chopper next to him

Disagreement eight-year-old boy Confucius Hasai no ko
Disagreement between an eight-year-old boy and Confucius Hasai no ko to Koshi no mondo (title on object) Additional stories from Uji (series title) Uji shui Monogatari (series title on object)

Two title object man geisha dance stage lanterns
Two (title on object), A man and a geisha dance on a stage with lanterns above their heads, with cherry blossoms and pine trees in the background. This is the left-hand page of the five-panel

Number two snow clothes Koromode Wakanaya Yukiwake no Wakanaya uchi Koromode
Number two: the snow clothes of Koromode from the Wakanaya Yukiwake no Wakanaya uchi Koromode (title on object) The Nakanocho for the Hisakataya poetry association (series title)

lady GinjAś GinjAś title object woman long hair
The lady Ginjo Ginjo (title on object), A woman with very long hair is sitting on a balcony, behind her koto (Japanese string instrument)

Number five first writing new year Hitofude Tamaya Kakizome no Tamaya uchi Hitofude
Number five: The first writing of the new year by Hitofude from the Tamaya Kakizome no Tamaya uchi Hitofude (title on object) The Nakanocho for the Hisakataya poetry association (series title)

Asahina SaburAś actor Seki SanjnrAś II 1786-1839
Asahina Saburo, The actor Seki Sanjuro II (1786-1839) in the role of Asahina Saburo in the play about the Soga brothers. Saburo was a vassal of Kudo Suketsune who ran over to the enemy

Number four gate decorations Togaeri Matsubaya Yon
Number four: the gate decorations of Togaeri from Matsubaya Yon - Kadokazara no Matsubaya uchi Togaeri The Nakanocho for the Hisakataya poetry association (series title)

Number four Girl writes poem No yon title object
Number four: Girl writes poem No yon (title on object) Seeing flowers (series title) Hanami (series title on object), A girl is sitting on a red dress under a flowering cherry tree

Flowering bindweed porcelain bowl leaf purple
Flowering bindweed in a porcelain bowl, The leaf and a purple, white and blue bindweed flower, in a porcelain bowl with water. In the foreground a pair of scissors

Number three New Year sky Chitose Tsuruya San
Number three: the New Year sky with Chitose from Tsuruya San - Hatsusora no Tsuruya uchi Chitose (title on object) The Nakanocho for the Hisakataya poetry association (series title)

Twenty-four Japanese examples filial piety Honors
Twenty-four Japanese examples of filial piety for the Honors (series title), A boy reads a document while an older man in the background listens to him. With two poems

nine old men KAśzan KAśzan kynrAś title object
The nine old men from Kozan Kozan kyuro (title on object) A series of ten prints of famous songs for the Katsushika poetry association (series title) Katsushikaren meisu juban (series title on object)

seven philosophers bamboo forest Chikurin shichiken
The seven philosophers of the bamboo forest Chikurin shichiken (title on object) A series of ten prints of famous songs for the Katsushika poetry association (series title)

Ink stone Hakuei Suzuri Hakuei four comrades
Ink stone: Hakuei Suzuri - Hakuei The four comrades of the writing desk of the Ichiyoren (series title) Ichiyoren bunbo shiyu (series title on object)

immortal RokAś RokAś title object parody biographies
The immortal Roko Roko (title on object) A parody of biographies of wise men by courtesans: a series of seven prints (series title) Keisei mitate ressenden - nanaban no uchi (series title on object)

Woman poem courtesan dressed kimono plum blossom pattern
Woman with a poem, A courtesan, dressed in a kimono with plum blossom pattern and Japanese characters, sits at a table on which is a pile of books

Woman koto lap series five prints Hisakataya poetry association
Woman with koto on lap A series of five prints for the Hisakataya poetry association (series title) Hisakataya gobantsuzuki (series title on object)

Hitomaro cherry blossom Hitomarosakura title
The Hitomaro cherry blossom Hitomarosakura (title on object) A series of cherry blossoms for the Katsushika poetry association (series title) Katsushika sakuratsukushi (series title on object)

Mr Hanko Hanko shi title object series ten prints
Mr. Hanko Hanko shi (title on object) A series of ten prints of famous songs for the Katsushika poetry association (series title) Katsushikaren meisu juban (series title on object)

immortal sennin A'kyAś parody biographies wise men
The immortal (sennin) Okyo A parody of biographies of wise men by courtesans: a series of seven prints (series title) Keisei mitate ressenden - nanaban no uchi (series title on object)

Tiger slope Kagura Tora-Kagurasaka title object
Tiger: the slope at Kagura Tora-Kagurasaka (title on object) Famous places in Edo and the twelve signs of the zodiac (series title) Edo meisho mitate junishi (series title on object)

Hs Kamejima U-Kamejima title object Famous places
Hs: Kamejima U-Kamejima (title on object) Famous places in Edo and the twelve signs of the zodiac (series title) Edo meisho mitate junishi (series title on object)

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

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

Two Court Ladies Admire the Cherry Trees, ca. 1820. Creator: Gakutei
Two Court Ladies Admire the Cherry Trees, ca. 1820

Courtesan Edo period 1615-1868 19th century
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Four Friends Calligraphy Lady Komachi Edo period
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Furuichi Dance No 1 Set Four Edo period 1615-1868
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Three Heroes Shoku Shu Emperor Ryubi Liu Fei
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Furuichi Dance No 3 Set Four Edo period 1615-1868
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Eight Views Genji Story Life Edo period 1615-1868
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Warrior Miura-no-suke Confronting Court Lady Tamamo-no-mae
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Emperor Xuanzong Japanese Gensō Daoist Magician Lo Gongyuan Arising
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Four Friends Calligraphy Lady Murasaki Edo period
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Wine Bottle Cup Cherry Blossoms 1817 Japan Part
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Õ¡½µéƒþ®║ Monkey King Songok┼½ Chinese novel Journey
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Kusonoki Tatewaki Masatsura Warrior Book Taiheiki
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Furuichi Dance No 2 Set Four Edo period 1615-1868
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Kamakura no Koshi Filial Son Kamakura Book Sasekishu
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Yashima Gakutei, a renowned Japanese artist of the early 19th century, was a master of ukiyo-e, or woodblock prints. His works encompassed various themes and subjects, showcasing his exceptional talent and versatility. One of his notable creations is "The Monkey King Songoku, " inspired by the Chinese novel Journey to the West. This captivating piece from 1824 captures the adventurous spirit and mischievous nature of this beloved character. In another work titled "A Poet and Mount Fuji From the Spring Rain Collection, " Gakutei beautifully depicts Japan's iconic mountain amidst a gentle spring rain. The delicate brushstrokes evoke a sense of tranquility and reverence for nature. Gakutei's skill in portraying landscapes shines through in "The Rain Shelter at Nii Hill by the Aji River, Osaka. " Created around 1834, this print transports viewers to an idyllic scene where they can almost feel the refreshing raindrops falling on their skin. His attention to detail is evident in pieces like "Paper: Fujiwara no Sadaie (Kami: Teika), " part of his series "The Four Friends of the Writing Table. " This print from c. 1827 showcases Gakutei's ability to capture intricate patterns and textures with precision. Gakutei also explored moral lessons through art as seen in "The Filial Son of Yoro" from his Ten Moral Lessons collection. Created in 1821, this print portrays filial piety—a virtue highly valued in Japanese culture—through its poignant depiction. Other prints such as "Nibu Hiroyoshi" and "The Filial Child from Shinano Province" continue to showcase Gakutei's exploration of moral tales with exquisite craftsmanship that captivates viewers' hearts. Moreover, he delves into historical narratives like "Komatsu Shigemori from Tales of Heike, " bringing to life the stories and legends of Japan's past.