Edo Collection

An ivory mask from Benin, Nigeria worn by the Oba of Benin on ceremonial occasions
This mask was worn by the Oba of Benin at the waist on ceremonial occasions. It represents an ancestor or predecessor

Shore of Tago Bay, Ejiri at Tokaido, c. 1830 (woodblock print)
3428157 Shore of Tago Bay, Ejiri at Tokaido, c.1830 (woodblock print) by Hokusai, Katsushika (1760-1849); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji is an ukiyo-e series of large)

Eleven female cranes standing in dry reed bed, c. 1700-50 (ink and colours on paper)
BL12369 Eleven female cranes standing in dry reed bed, c.1700-50 (ink and colours on paper) by Korin, Ogata (1658-1716); British Museum, London

A Peacock by Mori Tessan (Tetsuzan) (1775-1841). Date: circa 1810s

Samurai with two swords, Japan
Vintage 19th century photograph - Japan - samurai in a studio setting, with two swords, proably an actor

Dye House at Konya-cho, Kanda, 1857. 1857. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Dye House at Konya-cho, Kanda, 1857

View of the Naruto whirlpools at Awa, from the series Rokuju-yoshu Meisho zue
XIR253117 View of the Naruto whirlpools at Awa, from the series Rokuju-yoshu Meisho zue (Famous Places of the 60 and Other Provinces) (colour woodblock print) by Hiroshige

Fireworks at Ryogoku by Utagawa Hiroshige (Edo series)
Fireworks at Ryogoku (Ryogoku Hanabi), No. 98 from One Hundred Famous Views of Edo by Utagawa Hiroshige (1797 - 1858) - (see: 10505423 for alternate version). Date: circa 1858

Pilgrims Bathing in Roben Waterfall, c1827. Pilgrims are taking a ritual bath before visiting the shrine at Oyama. Katsushika Hokusai (1770-1849) Japanese artist and printmaker

JAPAN: MAP, 1606. Map of Japan engraved by Jodocus Hondius for a 1606 edition of Gerardus Mercators Atlas. Korea is shown as an island

Railway, Kanagawa, near Yokohama, Japan
19th century vintage photograph: railway track at Kanagawa, near Yokohama, Japan

Six-panel screen depicting Cranes, Edo Period (ink, colour, gold & silver on paper)
491620 Six-panel screen depicting Cranes, Edo Period (ink, colour, gold & silver on paper) by Korin, Ogata (1658-1716); 166x371 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

The Flourishing of Seven Coasts with Big Fish (Nana ura tairyac hanjac no zu)
6372033 The Flourishing of Seven Coasts with Big Fish (Nana ura tairyAc hanjAc no zu) by Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1798-1861); (add.info.: Utagawa Kuniyoshi 1798-1861)

Sunshower at Nihonbashi, 1833-34. 1833-34. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Sunshower at Nihonbashi, 1833-34

Evening Snow at Kanbara from the series 53 Stations of the Tokaido, c. 1833-4 (colour woodblock print)
1766314 Evening Snow at Kanbara from the series 53 Stations of the Tokaido, c.1833-4 (colour woodblock print) by Hiroshige

Enoshima in the Sagami province, c. 1830 (woodblock print)
3428169 Enoshima in the Sagami province, c.1830 (woodblock print) by Hokusai, Katsushika (1760-1849); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji is an ukiyo-e series of large)

Grasshopper Morning-glory Vine Edo Period 1615-1868
Artokoloro

Portrait of Matsudaira Yoshinaga
3521884 Portrait of Matsudaira Yoshinaga; (add.info.: Portrait of Matsudaira Yoshinaga (1828-1890) Japanese daimyo of the Edo period. He was head of the Fukui Domain in Echizen Province

Illustration of Yedo, Japan
3522200 Illustration of Yedo, Japan; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the capital Yedo, Japan. Dated 18th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Japanese print by Gogaku Yajima, 19th century (print)
2599130 Japanese print by Gogaku Yajima, 19th century (print); (add.info.: Uma oji (Translation: Year of the horse: Oji.) Japanese print by Gogaku Yajima, active 19th century, Japanese artist

Suroga-Cho: from 'One Hundred Famous View of Edo', 1856. Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858) Ukiyo-e artist
528326 Suroga-Cho: from 'One Hundred Famous View of Edo', 1856. Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858) Ukiyo-e artist. Street scene in Tokyo, Japan

Sudden Shower over Oshashi Bridge and Atake ', 1857. Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858)
528327 Sudden Shower over Oshashi Bridge and Atake ', 1857. Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858) Japanese Ukiyo-e artist 'One Hundred Famous View of Edo' (Tokyo)

Costumes de Différents Pays, Roi de Juida, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Roi de Juida, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Guerrier de Guida, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Guerrier de Guida, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Favori du Roi de Guida, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Favori du Roi de Guida, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Negre du Royaume d'Ardra, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Negre du Royaume d'Ardra, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Gentilhomme du Roÿaume d'Aardra, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Gentilhomme du Royaume d'Aardra, c1797

'Fascinu, Son of Gbehanzi, King of Dahomey, 1891. Creator: Unknown
'Fascinu, Son of Gbehanzi, King of Dahomey, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

'The Governor of Lagos, and the Envoys of the King of Dahomey, 1891. Creator: Unknown
'The Governor of Lagos, and the Envoys of the King of Dahomey, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Edö, 1907. Creator: Anders Leonard Zorn
Edo, 1907

Edö, 1907. Creator: Anders Leonard Zorn
Edo, 1907

Three Carp in a pool by Maruyama Okyo (1733-1795). Date: circa 1770s

Lake Suwa in Shinano Province by Katsushika Hokusai
Lake Suwa in Shinano Province (Shinshū Suwako), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjūrokkei) by Katsushika Hokusai (17601849). Date: circa 1830s

Tokyo, Japan cityscape at dusk on the Arakawa River

Kyoto, Japan at the Shirakawa River in the Gion District during the spring cherry blosson season

Historic and modern buildings in Kyoto, Japan at twilight

Kyoto, Japan at the historic Shirakawa District during the spring season

Kyoto, Japan at the Shirakawa River during the spring cherry blosson season

Kyoto, Japan at the Higashiyama district in the springtime

Japanese woman weaving cloth on a loom, Japan
19th century vintage photograph: Japanese woman weaving cloth on a loom, Japan, c.1890 s

View of Tokyo, Japan, 1870 s
Vintage 19th century photograph - Japan - from the studio of Baron Raimund von Stillfried. View of Tokyo

Ovra dancer, Ebo tribe, Benin, Nigeria, West Africa
Ovra dancer in full costume, Ebo (Edo) tribe, Benin, Nigeria, West Africa. Date: 1922

Azuma Bridge from Komagatado Temple, from the series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Me... 1857)
"Azuma Bridge from Komagatado Temple, " from the series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Meisho Edo hyakkei, Komagatado Azumabashi), 1857

Two Girls Under Plum Tree. Creator: Nishikawa Sukenobu
Two Girls Under Plum Tree

Birds and camelia in snow, c. 1700 (ink and colours on paper)
BL12348 Birds and camelia in snow, c.1700 (ink and colours on paper) by Haritsu, Ogawa (1663-1747); 194.5x87.5 cm; British Museum, London, UK; Japanese, out of copyright

Pheasant, bullfinch, flowers and rock, c. 1800 (ink and colours on silk)
BL12336 Pheasant, bullfinch, flowers and rock, c.1800 (ink and colours on silk) by Baikei, Ariwara (1750-1803); 96.8x34.3 cm; British Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: ); Japanese, out of copyright

Flying Ducks, 1851 (watercolour on silk)
BL12322 Flying Ducks, 1851 (watercolour on silk) by Chinzan, Tsubaki (1801-54); 23.8x31.9 cm; British Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: From an album Twelve paintings of flowers, birds)

A Cherry Blossom Branch by Ogata Kenzan (1663-1747) Date: circa 1810s

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"Exploring the Rich Cultural Heritage of Edo: From Ivory Masks to Woodblock Prints" Step into the vibrant world of Edo, a captivating era in Japanese history that flourished from the 17th to the 19th century. This period witnessed remarkable artistic achievements and cultural advancements, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and awe. One iconic symbol is an exquisite ivory mask from Benin, Nigeria. Worn by the revered Oba of Benin during ceremonial occasions, this intricately crafted artifact showcases the region's rich artistic traditions and royal heritage. Moving along the shores of Tago Bay, Ejiri at Tokaido comes alive through a mesmerizing woodblock print created around 1830. The delicate strokes capture a tranquil scene where nature meets human activity, inviting us to contemplate life's fleeting moments. In another masterpiece by Ando Hiroshige titled "Sunshower at Nihonbashi, " we witness nature's whimsical dance as rain showers bless Tokyo's bustling streets with sunlight. This evocative artwork transports us back in time while showcasing Hiroshige's mastery in capturing atmospheric beauty. Journeying further into Edo's diverse artistry, we encounter Mori Tessan's stunning portrayal of a peacock—a symbol of grace and elegance. Through his brushstrokes, Tessan invites us into a realm where nature unfolds its majestic splendor. The series "Rokuju-yoshu Meisho zue" introduces us to Naruto whirlpools at Awa—an awe-inspiring natural phenomenon depicted through vivid color woodblock prints. These artworks not only celebrate Japan's breathtaking landscapes but also highlight its deep connection with spirituality and folklore. Utagawa Hiroshige takes us on an enchanting visual journey with his depiction of fireworks illuminating Ryogoku—a testament to Edoites' love for festivities and their appreciation for ephemeral beauty.