Hakoōmaru, Buyū chikara-gusa by Utagawa Kuniyoshi 歌川國芳

Hakoōmaru, Buyū chikara-gusa 1800 - 1861

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print

aged paper

toned paper

water colours

print

asian-art

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personal sketchbook

coloured pencil

men

sketchbook drawing

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

sketchbook art

sword

watercolor

This woodblock print, "Hakoōmaru, Buyū chikara-gusa" (1800-1861) by Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1797-1861), depicts Hakoōmaru, a popular character from Japanese folklore. The vibrant colors and detailed designs are characteristic of the ukiyo-e style. The figure's dynamic pose and bold expression capture the character's strength and determination. This print, currently held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the rich world of Japanese art and storytelling.