DepartmentAsia
One Hundred Aspects of the Moon: Moon and Smoke
NameWoodblock Print
Maker
Taiso Yoshitoshi
(1839-1892)
CultureJapanese
Date1886
Place madeJapan, East Asia, Asia
Mediumpaper, ink
DimensionsOverall: 14 1/2 x 9 in. (36.83 x 22.86 cm)
Credit LineGift from the collection of Else and Joseph Chapman
Object numberA.2001.21.22
Collections
Fireman stands in front of flames, smoke. In his left hand is his identifying standard topped by a ball and box. He wears a black suit with white lines like brickwork. Right hand folded into protective sleeve. Moon above.