Print for protection against Small Pox and other infectious diseases -

Title : Print for protection against Small Pox and other infectious diseases

Date : c. 1850-60

Source : The Art of Japan
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Description : Rare Aka-e, bought at the New Year to prevent Small Pox in the coming year. Ichikawa Danjuro VII is represented with his mon on the battledore. The battledore, ball and kite were typical symbols for good luck in the New year.

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