Ashikaga Yoshimitsu Admiring the Golden Pavilion 1879

"Ashikaga Yoshimitsu Admiring the Golden Pavilion" is a woodblock print by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi from 1879. It depicts the legendary shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, who is known for commissioning the construction of the iconic Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) in Kyoto. Yoshitoshi, a prominent figure in the late Edo period, captures the pavilion's splendor and the serenity of its surrounding landscape with vibrant colors and meticulous detail. The print's subject matter reflects the cultural and historical significance of the Golden Pavilion as a symbol of Japanese beauty and power.