"It’s Been a While" Ansei Earthquake Print (1855) Wall Scroll – Japanese Namazu-e Woodblock Art

$52.99

Bring authentic historical folklore and vibrant Edo-period artistry to your room with this hanging wall scroll featuring "It’s Been a While" (Shibaraku), an iconic 1855 Namazu-e (catfish print) created following the Great Ansei Earthquake in Edo (Tokyo).

In Japanese mythology, the giant underground catfish Namazu was believed to cause earthquakes when the deity Kashima let down his guard. This famous satirical woodblock print references Kabuki theater tradition, depicting a dramatic warrior pinning down the mythical catfish with a heavy foundation stone (kaname-ishi).

  • Artwork: "It’s Been a While" (Shibaraku / Ansei ōjishin-e) (c. 1855)
  • Source Material: High-resolution digital reproduction sourced via art archives

Product features:

- Durable 100% polyester fabric that retains its shape

- Quick-drying polyester material

- Wooden top and bottom hangers for a finished display

- Natural twine hanging cord included

- Made from polyester and wood

Care instructions:

- Sponge clean only

Bring authentic historical folklore and vibrant Edo-period artistry to your room with this hanging wall scroll featuring "It’s Been a While" (Shibaraku), an iconic 1855 Namazu-e (catfish print) created following the Great Ansei Earthquake in Edo (Tokyo).

In Japanese mythology, the giant underground catfish Namazu was believed to cause earthquakes when the deity Kashima let down his guard. This famous satirical woodblock print references Kabuki theater tradition, depicting a dramatic warrior pinning down the mythical catfish with a heavy foundation stone (kaname-ishi).

  • Artwork: "It’s Been a While" (Shibaraku / Ansei ōjishin-e) (c. 1855)
  • Source Material: High-resolution digital reproduction sourced via art archives

Product features:

- Durable 100% polyester fabric that retains its shape

- Quick-drying polyester material

- Wooden top and bottom hangers for a finished display

- Natural twine hanging cord included

- Made from polyester and wood

Care instructions:

- Sponge clean only