'The Border Crossing' by Ichiyōtei Yoshitaki - Japanese Woodblock Print Oban Hundi Hanging Lamps creating a decorative object full

creating a decorative object full of character and heritage

Constructed from cedar or pine

traces of its former construction remain visible

The dhokra technique of lost wax casting is named after their tribe

This charming small Indian mirror is typical of the tribal artwork of Banswara in Southern Rajasthan

'The Border Crossing' by Ichiyōtei Yoshitaki - Japanese Woodblock Print Oban Hundi Hanging Lamps creating a decorative object fullThis old Japanese woodblock oban print by Ichiytei Yoshitaki (18411899) entitled 'The Border Crossing' from the Rustic Genji series, 54 chapters, originally printed 1869. Yoshitaki was based in Osaka from the 1860's 80's and was the most prolific designer of kabuki prints of his time. Kabuki is a classical Japanese theater style known for its highly stylised performances. This example is a 19th century reprint. Depicted are two male kabuki actors