Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (月岡芳年 1839-1892) Onkō Breaks the Pot and Saves the Child

Name: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (月岡芳年) (1839-1892) | Onkō Breaks the Pot and Saves the Child | 1882 | woodblock, 19x23 (29,5x35 cm)
Brand: TUMO galerija
Price: 480.0 EUR
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1882woodblock19 × 23 cmframed 29,5 × 35 cm

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This print illustrates the famous Chinese moral tale of Onkō, who breaks a water pot to rescue a trapped child. The scene is filled with energetic movement, flying debris, and expressive figures. Yoshitoshi uses strong diagonals and vivid colors to heighten dramatic impact. The composition balances action with moral clarity. Such narrative prints were popular educational tools during the Meiji period.

Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (月岡芳年, 1839-1892) - combined traditional ukiyo-e techniques with a modern sense of drama and realism. His narrative works often reinterpret historical or moral stories for contemporary audiences. He was deeply interested in human psychology and ethical themes. Despite personal struggles, Yoshitoshi produced some of the most powerful images of the 19th century. His legacy marks the culmination of ukiyo-e artistry.

Highest auction record for Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (as of 2026/01/01)

Price including buyer's premium: € 173,761 ($ 241,000 )

JAPANESE & KOREAN ART

18 september 2007, Christie's

New York, NY, United States