From familiar animals to mythical creatures, Ukiyo-e artists depict animals in many unique ways. Discover the deep connection between animals and people in Edo period culture through the vivid depiction of this elephant on a fun teal tee!
- Regular fit
Utagawa Yoshitoyo, Japanese, 1830–1866
Publisher: Kagaya Kichiemon (Kichibei), Japanese
The Great Elephant from India (Tenjiku watari dai zō no zu)
Japanese, Edo period, 1863 (Bunkyū 3), 4th month
Woodblock print (nishiki-e); ink and color on paper
Vertical ōban; 35.4 × 25 cm (13 15/16 × 9 13/16 in.)
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf Collection
2000.304
