signed
ca. 1922-1925 · Japan
by Kogyo, Tsukioka (1869-1927)
Japan, ca. 1922-1925. Original multi-colored Taishō period woodblock print. Ink on paper. In Very Good condition in a Very Good Minus frame. Exposed print measures w. 10 in. x h. 14.75 in. Frame measures w. 10.75 in. by h. 15.6 in. Frame has moderate wear to backing, coming loose around edges. Slight creasing and age toning to paper. Artist's signature and printers mark stamped on the left hand side. Title hand written along bottom on right side. PG consignment. Shelved Dupont. "A dragon god, holding a sacred object, appears before a court official o a pilgrimage to the island of Chikubushima. The god swears to protect the land and its people."- University (truncated)