- Kyoto Folklore Toy – Wooden Black Cow from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine - Flowers The sensational modern print 'Gemini'

The sensational modern print 'Gemini' (Constellation Series) is by Ushio Shinohara (b

7 x 30 cm)

only a small number of printmakers continue to work in this highly demanding and specialized technique

and the edition number are on the right margin

Date: first published in Showa 23 nen (1948)

- Kyoto Folklore Toy – Wooden Black Cow from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine - Flowers The sensational modern print 'Gemini'Kyoto Folklore Toy Wooden Black Cow from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine by Tomikichiro Tokuriki (19022000) is a delightful small woodblock print, bursting with vibrant color and traditional charm. It features the Mantogy (black cow)a toy that is a replica of the Black Cow within the Hall, a figure traditionally housed inside a shrine structure. A black wooden cow sits enthroned within a miniature hall, while its white pedestal is adorned with a red Umebachi