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Japanese EDO Original Ukiyo-e woodblock print Bijinga by KEISAI Eisen 2 prints

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Feb 23

Japanese EDO Original Ukiyo-e woodblock print Bijinga by KEISAI Eisen 2 prints

Japanese EDO Original Ukiyo-e woodblock print Bijinga by KEISAI Eisen 2 prints

Japanese EDO Original Ukiyo-e woodblock print Bijinga by KEISAI Eisen 2 prints

Japanese EDO Original Ukiyo-e woodblock print Bijinga by KEISAI Eisen 2 prints

Japanese EDO Original Ukiyo-e woodblock print Bijinga by KEISAI Eisen 2 prints

Japanese EDO Original Ukiyo-e woodblock print Bijinga by KEISAI Eisen 2 prints

Japanese EDO Original Ukiyo-e woodblock print Bijinga by KEISAI Eisen 2 prints

Japanese EDO Original Ukiyo-e woodblock print Bijinga by KEISAI Eisen 2 prints

Japanese EDO Original Ukiyo-e woodblock print Bijinga by KEISAI Eisen 2 prints

Japanese EDO Original Ukiyo-e woodblock print Bijinga by KEISAI Eisen 2 prints

Japanese EDO Original Ukiyo-e woodblock print Bijinga by KEISAI Eisen 2 prints

Ukiyoe Artist: KEISAI Eisen. 69.5 (34.5+35.0). 27.4 (13.6+13.8). Condition: Discoloration, some dirt and spots due to aging are appeared, otherwise in good condition. Lined with Japanese paper. Please take a look at the photos carefully. Including: the item only. Weekends and national holidays are not available because post office is closed. The item “Japanese EDO Original Ukiyo-e woodblock print Bijinga by KEISAI Eisen 2 prints” is in sale since Sunday, August 30, 2020. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “tokyo_nicetohave” and is located in Minato-ku. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Featured Refinements: Japanese Woodblock Print
  • Region of Origin: Japan
  • Type: Paintings, Scrolls & Prints
  • Color: Multi-Color
  • Age: 1800-1849
  • Primary Material: Paper
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
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Edo Period Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Diptych Battle Scene

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Feb 23

Edo Period Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Diptych Battle Scene

Edo Period Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Diptych Battle Scene

Edo Period Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Diptych Battle Scene

Edo Period Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Diptych Battle Scene

Edo Period Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Diptych Battle Scene

Edo Period Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Diptych Battle Scene

Edo Period Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Diptych Battle Scene

Edo Period Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Diptych Battle Scene

Edo Period Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Diptych Battle Scene

Edo Period Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Diptych Battle Scene

Edo Period Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Diptych Battle Scene

Edo Period Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Diptych Battle Scene

Looks like a scene from the famous Gojo Bridge battle depicting Yoshitsune in his clogs and umbrella. Numerous weapons carried by Yoshitune which was typical of the series. Matt measures 23 3/4 x 19 1/2 inches. Woodblock under matt measures 14 x 19 inches. Condition is good with some loss of vibrant colors, some worm damage lower middle and small tear. Yoshitsunes is a tragic and very famous story in Japan. His father was persecuted by the rival Taira Clan and Yoshitsune was brought up in a monastery. Legend has it that Yoshitsune was taught the secrets of fighting by. (mythical forest creatures) before taking up rebellion against his fathers old enemies. The scene depicted is the meeting between Yoshitsune and the folk hero Oniwakamura (Benkei). Benkei, known as a phenomenally strong man and warrior, has secured Gojo bridge with the intention of relieving 1000 samurai of their swords. Yoshitsune is his 1000th victim. Yoshitsune, though slight, defeats the giant man using. Benkei becomes his loyal protector and between them they lead an armed rebellion against the Taira, establishing Yoshitsunes brother as the first national Shogun – a position that would last 650 years until the19th century. Yoshitsune was betrayed by his brother and later killed himself and his family at the siege of Koromogawa no tate. Kunisada Utagawa (born 1786 died 12 January 1865) was a very prolific, successful and at his time highly appreciated leading designer of ukiyo-e (Japanese woodblock prints). In 1807 Kunisada Utagawa produced his first illustrated book. And in 1808 his first actor prints were published. The item “Edo Period Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Diptych Battle Scene” is in sale since Wednesday, July 31, 2019. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “apogee-perigee” and is located in Seattle, Washington. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Region of Origin: Japan
  • Age: 1800-1849
  • Primary Material: Paper
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Type: Paintings
  • Featured Refinements: Japanese Woodblock Print
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Toyokuni III, Kabuki, Play, Sword, Ukiyo-e, Original Japanese Woodblock Print

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Feb 23

Toyokuni III, Kabuki, Play, Sword, Ukiyo-e, Original Japanese Woodblock Print

Toyokuni III, Kabuki, Play, Sword, Ukiyo-e, Original Japanese Woodblock Print

Title: Actors, Kataoka Gato II and Arashi Kichisaburo III, in the play, Ehon Gappo Tsuji. Series title: The seven Variations of the Iroha. Size: 35.0 x 24.0 cm. Condition report: Slightly trimmed, slightly rubbed bottom left corner, minor spots. We will relist the item at a lower price in 3 to 6 months time. In the interest of being fair and providing equal opportunity to all our potential clients, we will not be accepting any private requests or offers regarding the prices of any of our items. All items listed by the Japanese Gallery are authentic and antique Japanese woodblock prints. The Japanese Gallery Kensington guarantees all listed items are neither reprints nor reproductions. The item “Toyokuni III, Kabuki, Play, Sword, Ukiyo-e, Original Japanese Woodblock Print” is in sale since Monday, April 6, 2020. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian/Oriental Antiques\Japanese\Prints”. The seller is “japanese.gallery” and is located in London. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Region of Origin: Japanese
  • Product: Print
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Primary Material: Hand-made Paper
  • Original/Repro: Antique Original
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