Mythological Context of the Yangjiabu Woodblock New Year Painting

This traditional Chinese woodblock print, or nianhua, illustrates a famous battle scene from the classic Ming dynasty novel Fengshen Yanyi. It showcases the deity Yang Ren defeating the multi-armed plague god Lu Yue inside the mystical Wenhuang array, a popular theme in folk religion.

Visual Artistry and Production of Shandong Weixian Prints

Produced by the Yangjiabu woodblock print workshop in Weixian, Shandong, this artwork displays vibrant hand-colored blocks and expressive character line work. The print layout balances dynamic battlefield movements with descriptive name cartouches next to each mythical warrior and deity.

Contributor: Yang Family New Year's Printing Workshop

Date: Between the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century

Reviews

There are no reviews yet.

Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review.

Delivery & return
Delivery & return

Next day delivery in store

Buy before 6pm to receive your order next day.
FREE

Next day delivery

Orders before 6pm from Monday to Saturday (or before 1pm on Sunday) will be delivered Next working day (except Northern Ireland and Highlands). Orders placed after 6pm (after 1pm on Sunday) or for Northern Ireland and Highlands will be delivered in 2 working days.
29 USD

Drop Point

In 2-3 working days. Pick up your parcel in one of the many diferent collection points available and during a wide range of hours.
39 USD

Same day delivery in London:

Place your order before 13:00 to get it today!. If you order later on, you’ll receive it the next day and if you order on Sunday, you’ll receive it the next working day.
59 USD
Shipping Info
Shipping Info

SHIPPING

Complimentary ground shipping within 1 to 7 business days In-store collection available within 1 to 7 business days Next-day and Express delivery options also available Purchases are delivered in an orange box tied with a Bolduc ribbon, with the exception of certain items See the delivery FAQs for details on shipping methods, costs and delivery times
Composition
Composition

Characteristics of wood :

  • Hard, compact , fiberous and porous
  • Good wood gives a rich, warm and beautiful surface.

Wood is used for the construction of:

  • Floor, Furniture, Walls
  • Incidental furnishing (lampshades, picture frames)
  • Kitchen & restaurant ware