• Oiwa on the Broken Lantern, Arashi Rikan II as Iemon – Shunbaisai Hokuei Yokai Print (1832)
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Oiwa on the Broken Lantern, Arashi Rikan II as Iemon – Shunbaisai Hokuei Yokai Print (1832)

Oiwa on the Broken Lantern, Arashi Rikan II as Iemon – Shunbaisai Hokuei Yokai Print (1832)

by Shunbaisai Hokuei

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A year after Hokusai put Oiwa's face on a paper lantern in Edo, the image reached the Osaka stage. Shunbaisai Hokuei designed this actor print in 1832 showing the kabuki star Arashi Rikan II in the role of Iemon, the husband who poisoned Oiwa, crouched on the floor with his sword half drawn as her face swells out of a broken lantern above him, one eye ruined, hair pouring down its torn paper. Hokuei was the leading designer of kamigata-e, the actor prints of the Osaka theater, and this is the Oiwa story told the Osaka way: not the ghost alone, but the ghost and the man who made her, facing each other in the dark.

This impression is held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Our reproduction is made from that source file, printed on thick matte paper.

Shunbaisai Hokuei

fl. 1824–1837

The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1832

Woodblock print, reproduced as a fine art print.

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  • Available in 12" x 18" and 20" x 30" for smaller spaces and print sets, or 24" x 36" for larger, more impactful displays; Other sizes may have different aspect ratios
  • Premium paper with a luxurious matte feel with a thickness of 10.3 mil (0.26 mm) and weight of 189 g/m²
  • Choose from Black, Red Oak, or White frames, featuring an Acrylite front protector, or unframed options with your own framing solution
  • Sustainably sourced Ayous wood frame, 0.75" (1.9 cm) thick
  • Lightweight and durable design with hanging hardware included with framed purchases
  • Printed on-demand to avoid overproduction
  • Printed on demand; allow 5 to 12 business days for delivery

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More about this wall art poster print:

Hokusai had drawn Oiwa's ghost alone the year before. Hokuei, Osaka's leading designer of actor prints, put the murderer back in the picture. This 1832 kamigata-e shows Arashi Rikan II as Iemon at the moment the haunting arrives: crouched on the floorboards, sword half out of its scabbard, while his poisoned wife's face balloons from a broken lantern above him, one eye ruined, hair spilling from the torn shade. The ghost barely moves; all the panic is in the living man, a famous actor at the height of his fame.

Of all the Oiwa prints, this is the one staged like theatre, and it brings that charge with it: a confrontation, not a portrait. It pairs naturally with Hokusai's lantern ghost, one story told from opposite sides, and holds its own in a study or hallway, anywhere a conversation piece with a plot is welcome.

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About Vintage Print Project

At Vintage Print Project, we celebrate the timeless charm of vintage design while embracing modern creativity. Our mission is to bring art, culture, and individuality to your space through a carefully curated collection of vintage-inspired prints and exclusive, one-of-a-kind treasures.

Each piece in our collection tells a story. From designs inspired by iconic vintage styles to curated limited-edition prints and rare international finds, we offer art that elevates your walls and sparks conversation. By blending nostalgia with cutting-edge technology, we create a seamless balance of accessibility and exclusivity.

Quality Printing & Framing

Our posters are printed on museum-quality matte paper, providing a high-quality matte finish. With a thickness of 10.3 mil (0.26 mm) and a weight of 189 g/m², the paper offers a sturdy yet lightweight feel with sharp and vibrant results.

Our frames are made from 0.75" (1.9 cm) thick Ayous wood, sustainably sourced from renewable forests. The lightweight Acrylite front protector adds durability without adding extra weight. Each framed option arrives ready to hang, with hanging hardware included.

The majority of our products are printed on demand shortly after your order is placed. This allows us to reduce overproduction and avoid waste, bringing accessibly priced, yet inspiring, vintage-inspired prints to your space.