ARTIST: Yamamoto Sekkei (SEKKA YAMAMOTO). AGE: APPROX 100 years old. MEDIUM: WOODBLOCK PRINT (INK ON PAPER) NISHIKI-E. SIZE: 16 inches by 10.5 inches (41 cm X 27 cm). GENRE: JAPANESE PATTERN DESIGNS. CONDITION: (see detailed pictures) Some have stains, foxing. DESCRIPTION: deluxe printing techniques, metallic pigments, splashed gofun, etc. Were used in the making of many of the prints in this series. COMMENTS: BEAUTIFUL COLORS, GREAT IMPRESSION.
Archive for February, 2025
JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT SHIN HANGA ORIGINAL ANTIQUE Japanese Design 1920s
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Laura Talks With Mara Cozzolino Italian Printmaker Working In Japanese Woodblock Printing
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Japanese Shunga knife
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This Japanese Shunga knife is a rare and valuable find for collectors of antique weapons. Made of iron and decorated with multi-color accents, this knife is an original piece dating back to the 1800s. Its unique design and historical significance make it a must-have for anyone interested in Japanese culture and antiques. The knife is in excellent condition and has been well-preserved over the years. It would make a great addition to any collection or display. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to own this beautiful and rare piece of Japanese history.
VINTAGE MCM Japanese Woodblock Print LOT Hiroaki Takahashi / Hiroshinge / Tomoe
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Japanese Woodblock Print LOT x 3. Vintage Antique Reproductions, Estimated Circa Mid Century Modern 1940s – 1960s. Black Wooden Frames, Matted with Glass – 7.5″ x 5.5″. Prints are approximately 3.5″ x 5″. Tomoe, “Rainy Street Scene” (based on “City in the Rain” by Kawase Hasui). Hiroshing, Hoki Province, Ono, “Distant View of Mount Daisen”, Series: Famous Places in the Sixty-odd Provinces. Good to VG: slight wear on frames, vintage yellowing of matting.
Japanese Woodblock Print Hiroshige Takamizawa Print Maker 53 Stations Tokaido
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SIZE: 11X 15.5 INCHES (28 cm X 40cm) approximately. AGE: approximately 75 years old. GENRE: UKIYO-E (Pictures of the Floating World). MEDIUM: NISHIKI-E (INK ON PAPER). PUBLISHER: TAKAMIZAWA with TAKAMIZAWA seal on back. HANDMADE WOODBLOCK PRINT OR WOODCUT DONE THE OLD WAY (not a lithograph, not a poster and not done with offset or any other modern printing technique). SERIES: The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido. CONDITION:GREAT COLORS, IMPRESSION AND CONDITION. INFORMATION ABOUT THE SERIES.. The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido is a series of woodblock prints by Utagawa Hiroshige that depicts the 53 post towns and notable places along the Tokaido, a highway that connected Edo (modern-day Tokyo) to Kyoto. Created between 1832 and 1833. Depicts the Tokaido’s post stations and natural wonders, as well as the travel boom in 19th century Japan. Blends sweeping landscapes, close-up studies of post-station activities, and emotive caricatures. Influenced many 19th century European artists, and inspired dreams of travel in ordinary people. Established the landscape print, or fukei-ga, as a major theme of ukiyo-e. Some prints feature local products, such as hashirii mochi, a thin rice cake filled with bean paste.
Japanese Woodblock Print Shin Hanga 1953 Original
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SERIRS: Tales of Genji. From the iconic love story The Tales of Genji. Some say it’s the first story ever written. A series by artist Ebina Masao. 1953 Original Woodblock Prints on handmade washi paper. Each print depicts a scene from The Tales of Genji. The publisher is Yamada Shoin. Some are also decorated with Silver and Gold mica. Very elegant and sublime images. Approximate Print Dimensions Width 33 cm and Height 24 cm (13 inches X 9 inches).
Original Vintage Japanese Woodblock Print By Hokusai, Red Fuji, 36 Views
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This is an original vintage woodblock print by Hokusai part of 36 views of Mt. This has sat in my drawer for 30 years. Please note the size because that’s important. My wife and I have collected prints and paintings for over 35 years with the intention of opening a store when we retired. Well now that bought this print in the Philadelphia area. The person we bought this from was a collector. I have many Japanese woodblock prints. This is a Matt that is thin. The condition of the print is real nice. The size of the matte is 9 1/2 inches by 7 1/8 approximately. The actual print is 6 3/16 by 4 1/2. The print will be shrink wrapped on acid free foam board. This picture would look great in a frame. Thank you for your interest.