Framed Japanese Woodblock Print by Kunisada - Edo Period Iron Bound Chests The Emperors of China used

The Emperors of China used the dragon as a symbol of their imperial power and strength

This particular rug has been well cared for but some tassels have become lost over time

It is likely this chest was made by Ashoe

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Framed Japanese Woodblock Print by Kunisada - Edo Period Iron Bound Chests The Emperors of China usedThis old framed Japanese woodblock print dates from the Edo period, 1856 reframed by our skilled team in a simple matt black wood frame. The print by Utagawa Kunisada I is entitled 'Actors Kataoka Gad II as Arakiya Goky and Iwai Kumesabur III as Segawa, a Courtesan (Ykun) of the Matsudaya' from the play 'Hitokanade Kodakara Soga. The full diptych is visible in the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. 42 x 2 x 54 (WxDxH cms) Print dimensions: 24 x 35. 5 (WxH