Morrissey, Leonard
Person
Biographical Note
James W. Morrissey (1897-1949) graduated from Boston College (1920), as did all four of his brothers: Francis Morrissey (1921); Dr. Leonard Morrissey (1923); William Morrissey (1925); and Dr. Arthur M. Morrissey (1929).
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Japanese prints collection
Collection
Abstract
This collection consists primarily of ukiyo-e woodblock prints. It also includes a few examples of the mingei (folk art) and sosaku hanga ("creative prints") movements of the early 20th century. The bulk of the ukiyo-e prints are by Ando Hiroshige; other notable artists include Katsushika Hokusai, Katsukawa Shunko, Kitagawa Utamaro, and Isoda Koryusai.
Restrictions on access
Collection is open for research; portions are available digitally.
Dates:
circa 1765-1964 (bulk 1780-1860); Majority of material found within 1780 - 1860