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A Collection of Printed Ōtsu-eearly 20th century

Not on view
Print on cream paper depicting a green-skinned deity figure with a third eye and flame halo, flanked by smaller robed attendants and crouching figures, with two roosters below; Japanese or Chinese characters above
Woodblock print of a standing Buddha figure in gray-blue robes, right hand raised, surrounded by an orange circular halo and radiating orange lines against a cream background, with a vertical column of Japanese calligraphy at top.
Japanese woodblock print of a horned oni demon with brown wild hair, playing a shamisen; a pale vase and orange lacquer stand appear in the foreground. Horizontal line of Japanese calligraphy above.
Woodblock print of two figures in orange and gray robes and dark flat hats, standing beneath a large umbrella; one holds a round object, the other raises a hand. Three Japanese characters appear above the image.
Japanese woodblock print of a standing woman in a gray patterned kimono with orange lining and a wide-brimmed black hat, beside a small wheeled cart holding a floral arrangement; three characters of Japanese calligraphy above.
Woodblock print or painting depicting three gray monkeys in a pyramidal arrangement; the upper monkey covers its face with both hands, the lower left covers one ear, and the lower right covers its mouth, with small orange accents at the feet; three Japanese characters above in brushwork script.
Japanese watercolor or woodblock print depicting a gray-robed figure walking and carrying two lanterns — a round red paper lantern at left and a large dark cylindrical lantern with dotted pattern at right, tied with an orange bow. Four Japanese characters appear above the composition.
Japanese woodblock print depicting a fantastical creature with a horse-like head and small wings, balancing atop a large pale sphere bound with red cord, rendered in fluid brushwork with black, tan, and red tones; horizontal row of Japanese calligraphy above.
Woodblock print of a galloping horse in pale tan and orange tones, with decorative saddle blanket and stylized mane and tail; a single Chinese character appears above the image.
Japanese woodblock print of a bearded figure in a black hat, green and rust robes, cradling a large fish and bundle of grasses while standing above stylized blue waves; a single Japanese character appears above the image.
Japanese woodblock print depicting two costumed dancers in dynamic poses, swirling robes in pale green and cream with orange and dark red accents; one figure holds a drum, the other a fan; two Chinese characters appear above the composition.
Woodblock print or ink illustration on cream paper; a halo-bearing figure emerges from gray clouds above two vertical ihai tablets with cursive Japanese calligraphy on dark-bordered panels; horizontal Japanese script at top.
Japanese woodblock print depicting a demon-like figure with red features standing in a small wooden boat, holding an oar, with a large curved sail behind; stylized blue waves below; two Chinese characters above the image.
Japanese woodblock print depicting a caricatured figure in dark robes tilting back to drink from an enormous red and black sake cup, with red chili peppers floating nearby; horizontal Japanese calligraphy above the image.
Japanese woodblock print of a stocky barefoot figure in a wide stance, wearing a dark robe open at the chest and patterned loincloth with orange ties, holding a long pole topped with a black hat. Horizontal row of Japanese characters above the image.
Japanese woodblock print with loose brushwork: a gray mouse holds up a red-rimmed bowl toward a spotted cat wearing a red bow, with a gourd-shaped sake bottle tied with red ribbon below; horizontal line of Japanese calligraphy at top
Painting on silk or textile depicting two birds—one brown, one gray—perched among blossoming branches with white flowers and green leaves, with a single Chinese character above the composition.
Woodblock print depicting a rooster with red comb and black tail feathers perched atop a cylindrical drum, accompanied by two small birds; two Japanese characters appear above in gray ink.
Japanese woodblock print or album page depicting a horned demon figure with shaggy brown fur, leaning over a black barrel on small feet; a detached wing floats at upper right; three characters of Japanese text above the image.
Japanese woodblock print with three vertical characters at top; a horned demon figure in reddish-brown surrounded by a ring of circular drums amid dark swirling clouds and lightning bolts above, while a crouching figure in red and black garments shelters beneath a large tub below.
Woodblock print depicting a bugaku dancer in white and pale green robes with black and orange-striped trouser cuffs, holding a folding fan, balanced atop a cylindrical stand; two characters of Japanese calligraphy above.
Japanese woodblock print of an armored warrior figure in dynamic stance, holding a staff, with sweeping black ink brushwork suggesting robes and feathered elements; muted tones of green, peach, and red with bold black outlines; horizontal column of Japanese calligraphy above.
Japanese woodblock print depicting a reclining gray Buddha figure on an orange mat, with a monkey, rooster, rabbit, and cats gathered below; three Chinese characters at top.
Woodblock print of a stocky supernatural figure with two large black horns, dense gray and black robes with orange circular accents, holding a blade; two Japanese characters above in gray.
Japanese woodblock print of a crouching male figure in dynamic pose, wearing layered robes in orange, green, and gray, with bold simplified brushwork; four Chinese or Japanese characters above the image.
Japanese woodblock print of a cat-faced figure in green and orange samurai garb, lifting a large dark bell overhead, with a sword at its side; horizontal row of Japanese characters above.
Woodblock print depicting two fantastical figures — a gray creature with fluffy fur embracing a round-faced yellow figure — rendered in flat washes of gray, yellow, orange, and red, with Japanese calligraphy above.
Album leaf or woodblock print depicting a seated monk in orange robes with arms tucked within garments, rendered in simplified brushwork with minimal color; two Chinese characters appear above the figure.
Japanese woodblock print or painting depicting a bald, rotund figure in cream and orange robes raising a long staff overhead, with a small black dog at his feet; horizontal Japanese text above the image.
Japanese woodblock print of a Noh theater figure in layered robes with orange trim, holding a large dark umbrella, viewed from behind; three Japanese characters above the image
Japanese painting on silk of a shaved-headed figure in a dark gray robe with white lining, walking and holding a red decorative object, rendered in flat washes with minimal detail; three Chinese characters above
Illustrated manuscript page with three Chinese characters as a title at top. Thirteen small seated Buddhist figures arranged in rows on a pale ground, rendered in light ink wash with white robes; a decorative canopy with red tassels appears above the topmost figure, and a red flame motif with a small figure occupies the lower right.
Woodblock print of a standing figure seen from behind, wearing layered robes in pale green, orange, and gray with red decorative motifs, and an ornate gold and red headdress. Three Chinese characters appear above the image.
Japanese woodblock print of a kneeling figure in a dark gray and orange-trimmed kimono, holding a pole across the shoulders with black attachments at each end, with stylized autumn foliage above; horizontal line of Japanese calligraphy at top.
Woodblock print of a seated woman in layered robes of green, brown, and orange, holding a kiseru pipe with rising smoke; a small tobacco box beside her; four Japanese characters above.
Japanese woodblock print of a standing woman in a dark kimono with floral pattern over a red and gold underrobe, holding and reading an unrolled scroll with cursive script. Three Japanese characters printed above the image.
Japanese woodblock print of a bird of prey with vivid orange-red crest and dark grey plumage, perched on a gnarled branch with stylized dark leaves; a single Chinese character appears above the image.
Artist or Maker
Unknown
Title
A Collection of Printed Ōtsu-e
Place Made
Japan
Date Made
early 20th century
Medium
Portfolio of 37 prints and explanatory sheet
Dimensions
Each: 14 3/8 x 9 3/4 in. (36.5 x 24.8 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of the late George T. Inouye
Accession Number
AC1994.189.2
Classification
Prints
Collecting Area
Japanese Art