Meiji Period Collection (page 8)

Ashikaga Yoshimitsu Admiring the Golden Pavilion, 1879. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Ashikaga Yoshimitsu Admiring the Golden Pavilion, 1879. From A Mirror of Famous Generals of Japan

Uesugi Kenshin Nyudo Terutora Riding into Battle, Published in 1883. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Uesugi Kenshin Nyudo Terutora Riding into Battle, Published in 1883. From Yoshitoshi's Warriors Trembling with Courage

Looking as if Someone is about to Arrive: The Appearance of a Fireman's Wife in the Kaei Era, 1888

The Marui Restaurant at Reiganjima, 1878. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
The Marui Restaurant at Reiganjima, 1878. From number 9

Second Month: Tei of Shinbashi by a Plum Tree at Umeyashiki, 1880. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Second Month: Tei of Shinbashi by a Plum Tree at Umeyashiki, 1880. From The Pride of Tokyo's Twelve Months

Looking Weighed Down: The Manner of a Waitress at Fukagawa in the Tenpo Era... 1888. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Looking Weighed Down: The Manner of a Waitress at Fukagawa in the Tenpo Era (Omota-so: Tenpo nenkan Fukagawa karuko no fuzoko), 1888. From number 12

Michinoomi no Mikoto following a crow to the enemy's lair, 1880. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Michinoomi no Mikoto following a crow to the enemy's lair, 1880. From Famous Generals of Great Japan

Lord Mashiba Subjugates Korea, 1862. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Lord Mashiba Subjugates Korea, 1862

Ban Danemon Naoyuki Conquers the Old Raccoon Dog at Fukushima's Mansion, 1866 (image 2 of 2), 1866

Ban Danemon Naoyuki Conquers the Old Raccoon Dog at Fukushima's Mansion, 1866 (image 1 of 2), 1866

Crow on a Willow Branch, c1890. Creator: Okuhara Seiko
Crow on a Willow Branch, c1890

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 9 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 9 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 8 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 8 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 7 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 7 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 5 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 5 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 4 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 4 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 3 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 3 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 28 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 28 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 26 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 26 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 24 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 24 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 22 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 22 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 21 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 21 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 2 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 2 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 19 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 19 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 16 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 16 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 15 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 15 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 14 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 14 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 13 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 13 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 11 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 11 of 29), Late 19th century

Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 1 of 29), Late 19th century. Creator: Morikawa Sobun
Twenty-Five Views of the Capital (image 1 of 29), Late 19th century

Police Arresting the Geisha Oharu and Okin for Injuring an Old Man While Galloping on Horseback, 1875. Series: The Postal News, no. 576

Miyamoto Musashi Slashing a Bat, 1867. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Miyamoto Musashi Slashing a Bat, 1867. Series: Beauty and Valor in the Novel Suikoden

Fujimi Ferry, the River Okawa, 1880. Creator: Kobayashi Kiyochika
Fujimi Ferry, the River Okawa, 1880

Night View of Cherry Blossoms in Shinyoshiwara, Published in 1880. Creator: Inoue Yasuji
Night View of Cherry Blossoms in Shinyoshiwara, Published in 1880

Tale of the Tongue-cut Sparrow, 1892. Creator: Kawanabe Kyosai
Tale of the Tongue-cut Sparrow, 1892

Ikina, 1885. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Ikina, 1885. Series: An Educational Account of Self-Made Men

Compiled Album from Four Series: A Mirror of Famous Generals of Japan... between 1876 and 1882
Compiled Album from Four Series: A Mirror of Famous Generals of Japan; Comic Pictures of Famous Places in Civilizing Tokyo; Twenty-four Accomplishments in Imperial Japan; Twenty-four Hours in

Compiled Album from Four Series: A Mirror of Famous Generals of Japan... between 1876 and 1882
Compiled Album from Four Series: A Mirror of Famous Generals of Japan; Comic Pictures of Famous Places in Civilizing Tokyo; Twenty-four Accomplishments in Imperial Japan; Twenty-four Hours in

Lord Yoritomoku Watches a Noh Performance, 19th century. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Lord Yoritomoku Watches a Noh Performance, 19th century

The Fall of Chinchow Fort, 1894. Creator: Kobayashi Kiyochika
The Fall of Chinchow Fort, 1894

Compiled Album from Four Series: A Mirror of Famous Generals of Japan... between 1876 and 1882
Compiled Album from Four Series: A Mirror of Famous Generals of Japan; Comic Pictures of Famous Places in Civilizing Tokyo; Twenty-four Accomplishments in Imperial Japan; Twenty-four Hours in

Wife of Sangoro Scalds Her Husband's Face with Boiling Water, 1875. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Wife of Sangoro Scalds Her Husband's Face with Boiling Water, 1875. From The Postal News, no. 600

Woman after a bath, 1915. Creator: Hashiguchi, Goyo (1881-1921)
Woman after a bath, 1915. Private Collection

Russians and a sheep, 1860. Creator: Sadahide, Utagawa (1807-1873)
Russians and a sheep, 1860. Private Collection

Frogs, between 1871 and 1889. Creator: Kawanabe Kyosai
Frogs, between 1871 and 1889

Flight of crows in a snow storm, 19th-20th century. Creator: Mochizuki Gyokusen
Flight of crows in a snow storm, 19th-20th century

Flight of crows in a snow storm. Creator: Mochizuki Gyokusen
Flight of crows in a snow storm

Flight of crows in a snow storm. Creator: Mochizuki Gyokusen
Flight of crows in a snow storm

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The Meiji Period, spanning from 1868 to 1912, was a time of immense cultural and artistic transformation in Japan. Artists like Tsukioka Yoshitoshi and Taki Katei captured the essence of this era through their mesmerizing works. In "Teasing the Cat, " Yoshitoshi playfully portrays a scene that reflects the changing social dynamics during this period. Meanwhile, Taki Katei's "Flowers and Birds" transports us to a serene world where nature flourishes amidst modernization. The delicate strokes and vibrant colors evoke a sense of harmony between man and his environment. Yoshitoshi's "Fudo Myoo Threatening a Novice" delves into spiritual realms, showcasing the enduring influence of Buddhism on Japanese society. This artwork serves as a reminder that despite rapid modernization, traditional beliefs remained deeply rooted in people's lives. The enchanting painting titled "Autumn Grasses Moonlight" captures the ethereal beauty of moonlit grasses swaying gently in the wind. It symbolizes both transience and resilience—a poignant reflection on life during this transformative period. In contrast to these serene scenes, we find lively depictions such as "Singing Bird Branch" and "Fishes Swimming. " These artworks celebrate vitality and movement while highlighting Japan's rich natural heritage. Herbert Ponting's exquisite cloisonné vase stands as an emblem of craftsmanship during Emperor Meiji's reign—an era marked by appreciation for intricate art forms like cloisonné enamelwork. Mizuno Toshikata takes us inside a surgical ward with his work from Bugei Kurabu (Literary Club). This piece sheds light on advancements made in medical science during this progressive period—a testament to Japan's commitment to innovation across various fields.