Antique Japanese Original Toyohara 豊原周延 Ukiyoe Woodblock Print Quarrel

Antique original Japanese woodblock print by Toyohara Chikanobu (豊原周延, 1838–1912), best known to his contemporaries in the Meiji era as Yōshū Chikanobu (楊洲周延). From the Setsugekka series (雪月花): Snow, Moon and Flower. c 1881.

Traditional oban size - 9.5" x 14". Some foxing, wormage and tears at the edges.

Toyohara Chikanobu (1838-1912) was a prominent Japanese woodblock print artist during the late Edo and Meiji periods. He is celebrated for his elegant and detailed depictions of women, historical scenes, and landscapes. Chikanobu's works often captured the transition from the traditional Edo era to the modernization of Meiji Japan, providing a fascinating visual record of this dynamic period in Japanese history. His exquisite ukiyo-e prints continue to be admired for their intricate designs and vibrant colors, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of Japanese art.