Kawanabe KYOSAI Original Woodblock from'Night Parade of 100 Demons' (c1890)

Kawanabe KYOSAI Original Woodblock from'Night Parade of 100 Demons' (c1890)

Kawanabe KYOSAI Original Woodblock from'Night Parade of 100 Demons' (c1890)

Kawanabe KYOSAI Original Woodblock from'Night Parade of 100 Demons' (c1890)

Kawanabe KYOSAI Original Woodblock from'Night Parade of 100 Demons' (c1890)

Kawanabe KYOSAI Original Woodblock from'Night Parade of 100 Demons' (c1890)

Kawanabe KYOSAI Original Woodblock from'Night Parade of 100 Demons' (c1890)

Kawanabe KYOSAI Original Woodblock from'Night Parade of 100 Demons' (c1890)

Kawanabe KYOSAI Original Woodblock from'Night Parade of 100 Demons' (c1890)

Kawanabe KYOSAI Original Woodblock from'Night Parade of 100 Demons' (c1890)

Kawanabe KYOSAI Original Woodblock from'Night Parade of 100 Demons' (c1890)

Kyosai Hyakki Gadan’Pictures of One Hundred Demons. Sometimes translated as’Night Parade of One Hundred Demons’, this Japanese orihon is a feast for the eyes. First published in 1890 (the year after Kyosai’s death), and in a second edition in 1895. Both editions are very scarce, especially so in good condition. When these appear at market, they are usually part of a complete series still in the orihon style of codex-with an accordion-folded structure. See my store for additional prints from the series. Center crease from original publication barely visible. The print has been mounted on a sheet of japan paper, adhered at either edge. In excellent condition with good colors, especially for age. Sheet: 7 1/2 x 9 1/4 inches.