Shuzo Ikeda Original 1962 Woodblock Print Limited Edition #7/50 Tengu 21″ X 13″. Fabulous original woodblock print by Shuzo Ikeda (1922 – 2004). Dimensions are 21 1/2″ x 13 1/4″. This limited edition print is numbered 7/50 and dated 62 in pencil. It is signed in plate in the lower right and titled in pencil in the lower left (“Tengu no Men” – Tengu Masks) The print features children holding red Tengu masks – Tengu were mischievous, supernatural beings from Japanese folklore. A scarce collector’s item!
This product is a reprint of Ukiyo-e? What is the difference between reprinted ukiyo-e and ukiyo-e produced in Japan’s Edo period? It makes no difference. The only difference is the era in which they were made. The woodblocks are re-carved and hand-printed one by one on traditional Japanese paper. The greatest attraction of ukiyo-e is the unique soft texture of Japanese paper and woodblock prints, and the vivid colors that people of the time must have enjoyed. ¦Image size:14.96inch × 29.92inch. ¦Paper:Washi(Japanese traditional paper:Echizen Seiji Hosho). ¦This is a triptych that compares the wave crests of the ferocious whirlpools of the Naruto Strait to flowers. The contrast between the pale indigo of the surface of the water and the green of the peaks of Awaji Island in the background brings brightness and softness to the picture. The swirling patterns and mountains that fill the screen make us imagine the horizon in the distance and make us feel the boundless vastness of the sea. Compared to the snow (Kisoji-no-Yamakawa) and the moon (Buage Kanazawa Hassho Nightscape), it has the brightness of spring. In the Tenpo era, all 55 paintings of “Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido” published by Hoeido became a big hit, and since then he has painted many landscape paintings of the Tokaido. He also left outstanding poetic works in his paintings of flowers and birds, and in his greatest series, One Hundred Famous Views of Edo, which he worked on in his final years, he depicted the seasonal scenery of Edo from a unique perspective and rich sensibility. The series is also known for being copied by Van Gogh.
Some stains, a few spots, a little soiling, a little foxing, a trace of peeling on the reverse side. Size: 28.2 x 21.3 cm (sheet size). 28.2 x 21.3 cm (sheet size).
Artist name Toraji ISHIKAWA. Title Nudes, Ten Kinds of Nudes, Bleu Parakeet. Dimensions Entire size: -30.0 cm (H30.0 cm x W37.9 cm). Print size: H30.0cm x W37.9cm. Remarks Cut to size of print. Toraji Ishikawa painted nude women and other female figures and beauties with skillful use of color. This is one of his representative works from the “Ten Kinds of Nude Women” series. The painting depicts a woman leaning back on a sofa in a relaxed manner, as if conversing with a bird. Her hair is short, and she has bangs like a Taisho era moga (modern girl). The background of Western-style patterned flooring, wallpaper, and cushions provide a lot of information, while the subject woman’s skin is flat and simple, creating a beautiful contrast. Born in Kochi, Japan.
Very elegant and lovely print from rare commemorative limited edition. Unfortunately, he died very young, at only 41 years old. First edition prints of Goyo’s works are very expensive. The original blocks for his works were destroyed in the great earthquake of 1923. Fortunately, in the mid 20th century his heirs gave two of Japan’s finest woodblock printers, Tanseisha and Yuyudo, permission to publish very small limited commemorative editions of his masterworks. The prints from these editions were skillfully printed from meticulously recarved blocks and are of the highest quality. This beautiful print is from the Tanseisha commemorative limited edition. Instead of following in the footsteps of the earlier ukiyo-e artists who most often chose their models from the famous courtesans of their time, Goyo preferred to paint the geishas, waitresses and maids of his era. This lovely image is of a young woman who has just bathed and is dressed in a casual kimono. She is drying her face with a colorful hand towel. On her left hand is a gold ring set with a blue stone. A soft, dark mica background frames her figure. This is a classic Goyo image. Would be a superb choice for the collector or interior decorator. It is an incredible portrait that would make a stunning impact in any room. Goyo’s masterworks are in the collections of many of the world’s great museums. Among them are the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York; the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston; and the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago. TITLE: Woman with a Gold Ring. SEAL: Go with leaf pattern. MEDIUM: Authentic polychrome woodblock print. Ink and color on handmade paper. 17 ¼” x 11″; (48,3 cm x 27,9 cm). 18 5/8″ x 12 1/4″; (47,3 cm x 31,1 cm). CONDITION: Rare limited edition commemorative print. Emulates Goyo’s original masterpiece. Striking color and incredible detail. Marvelous shimmering mica background. Slight remnant from folio mounting on top left corner of verso. Please take a moment to examine the scans. The Uki Arts Gallery.
One of the finest reprints we’ve seen! This delightful bijin-ga or beauty print is a rarely seen masterwork of Kitagawa Utamaro Japanese, c. He is one of the most famous of all Japanese artists of the Edo Period. His classic head and shoulders portraits of courtesans, geishas and teahouse waitresses are among the most sought after of all prints. In fact, many serious collectors consider Utamaro’s beauties to be the very soul of Ukiyo-e, the art of the Floating World. The title of this marvelous reprint is Tatsumi Roko. The original was painted c. This is a 20. Classic Utamaro portrait of the great beauty Tatsumi Roko. The rectangular inset features a picture puzzle spelling out her name. Beautiful fine line work in the delicate hairline. A shimmering mica background sets off her figure. Published by Kyoto Hanga-in with seal in lower left margin. A marvelous choice for your home or office wall. Matted and framed, this print would make a stunning presentation by itself or as an impressive addition to an arrangement with other prints. It is one you will be proud to display in your home or office and is bound to become a cherished family heirloom. Utamaro’s masterworks are in the collections of many of the world’s great museums. Among them are the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York; the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston; the British Museum, London; the Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg, Russia; and the Tokyo National Museum, Tokyo. ARTIST: Kitagawa Utamaro Japanese, c. SERIES: Famous Beauties compared to the Six Immortal Poets. MEDIUM: Authentic polychrome woodblock print. Ink and color on handmade paper. 15″ x 9 ¾”; (38,1 cm x 24,8 cm). 16 3/8″ x 11 1/8″; (41,6 cm x 28,3 cm). CONDITION: Marvelous color and wonderful detail. Fantastic silver mica background. Please take a moment to examine the scans. The Uki Arts Gallery.
This design was originally published in 1951 by the Yoshida Hanga Studio. We are offering a posthumously printed image, made from the original blocks, and acquired directly from the Yoshida family. While it is signed in the block, it still looks like it is pencil signed to an untrained eye. To avoid any misunderstanding, the Yoshida Hanga Studio also included the seal of the printer on the reverse. The image measures 9 1/2 x 14 5/8 inches, plus full margins. The condition is excellent. Up until his father passed away in 1950, Toshi Yoshida primarily produced works that were reminiscent of his father’s landscape prints. His later works include a wide assortment of subjects, styles and techniques. Don’t settle for a giclee or other mechanical reproduction. These woodblock prints are made using the same printing process as the original pencil signed run, under the supervision of the artist’s family and meeting their exacting standards.
Title Japanese Landscape Collection II: Amagasaki Big Shot, Kansai. Date: 1940 (Showa 15). Condition: Fine condition with holes. Size 26.5 x 39.5 cm. Born as the eldest son of a merchant of thread braided goods, his uncle was the playwright Kamanagaki Roubun. He was a student of Kaburaki Kiyokata and received the name “Tomoe” at that time. He later became acquainted with Shozaburo Watanabe, and also became interested in woodblock prints after seeing “Eight Views of Omi” by Shinsui Ito, a fellow student of Kaburaki Kiyokata. In 1918, he published the Shiobara Trilogy from the Watanabe Print Shop, and thereafter published many landscape prints throughout his life. He became a representative artist of the “new print” style.
