This woodblock printed book, Kinsei Bunbu Eiyu Den, was compiled by Wada Sadaseki and illustrated by Taiso Yoshitoshi, a renowned ukiyo-e artist. Published in Meiji 12 (1879), this book recounts the stories of heroic figures from Japan's recent history, blending literary and artistic representation. The book consists of 50 pages printed on traditional washi paper, offering a vivid depiction of both warriors and intellectuals from the late Edo and early Meiji periods.
Due to its age, the book has signs of wear, including noticeable insect damage and some adhesion between pages. Nonetheless, it remains a valuable collectible for those interested in Meiji-period historical texts and ukiyo-e art.
This item is ideal for collectors of Japanese woodblock prints, historical narratives, and works by Yoshitoshi.
