Other Techniques: Isoda Koryusai

Isoda Koryusai (1735-1790) was a Japanese printmaker and painter active from approximately 1764 to 1788.
The details of his life are under some dispute. He apparently came from a samurai background. One theory stated he became a ronin and was forced to turn to art, but another says he voluntarily gave up the life of a samurai for art. In 1781 he received the title Hokkyo for his talent and accomplishments.

Mother and Child Watching a Boy Flying a Kite
woodblock print, paper
260 × 183 mm



Sôjô Henjô, 1776-81
woodblock print, paper
256 × 190 mm


Child Playing Drum on Stand, 1770-72
woodblock print, paper
256 × 190 mm


Minasegawa, 1770-72
woodblock print, paper
213 × 155 mm


Ôshû Adachigahara, 1776-81
woodblock print, paper
338 × 212 mm


Battle of Uji Bridge
woodblock print, paper
227 × 160 mm


Waterbirds and Iris
woodblock print, paper
281 × 208 mm


Young Couple Chasing Fireflies
woodblock print, paper
264 × 198 mm


Young Couple in Garden
woodblock print, paper
221 × 138 mm



Text Source: Wikipedia
Image source: www.japaneseprints-london.com, www.mfa.org