Woodblock Print : Utagawa Kunisada Toyokuni III : Kabuki Actor Onoe Kikugoro IV. Toyokuni III : Kabuki Actor Onoe Kikugoro IV. This is a lovely antique original print by Utagawa Kunisada, also known as Toyokuni III of a man, actor Onoe Kikugoro IV. Framed and matted under glass in a curved wood brown frame. Utagawa Kunisada (1786 – 12 January 1865), also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, (Sandai Utagawa Toyokuni), was a Japanese ukiyo-e artist. He is considered the most popular, prolific and commercially successful designer of ukiyo-e woodblock prints in 19th-century Japan. In his own time, his reputation far exceeded that of his contemporaries, Hokusai, Hiroshige and Kuniyoshi. Condition: Good condition, some fading and minor stains and creases. Examined out of the frame. Framed and matted under glass. Frame is in good condition. Measurements: Framed: 20 3/4 x 16 1/4 x 1 inches; Print: 14 x 10 inches. Weight: 4 lbs 2 oz. Unless described as being new, the items for sale are vintage or used and it may show evidence of wear. The description refers to the overall condition and details. We try to describe the items to the best of our ability. All listings are described as to the best of my knowledge, through careful research and price and description comparison. With tracking and careful, sturdy packing, we try to recycle when possible. We welcome all reasonable offers! We appreciate your business! Please check out my other items. Thank you for looking and good luck!
Archive for the ‘ utagawa ’ Category
Utagawa Kunisada 1820s Woodblock Kabuki Onoe Kikugoro IV Antique Original Framed
Author: adminJan 17
Utagawa Kuniyoshi 1920s Woodblock Tsukuda Island Reprint Finely Framed Japanese
Author: adminJan 13
Original Utagawa Kuniyoshi Tsukuda Island Japanese Woodblock Framed Circa 1920s Reprint. This is a lovely antique original 1920s reprint of a Utagawa Kuniyoshi woodblock titled Tsukuda Island from the 19th century, of the Tsuduka Island from the Series “famous places in the eastern capital”. Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798- 1861) was one of the last great masters of the Japanese ukiyo-e style of woodblock prints and painting. He was a member of the Utagawa school. The range of Kuniyoshi’s subjects included many genres: landscapes, women, Kabuki actors, cats, and mythical animals. He is known for depictions of the battles of legendary samurai heroes. His artwork incorporated aspects of Western representation in landscape painting and caricature. Mild fading, minor creasing and rubbing commensurate with age and use. Framed under glass with in fine black and gold wood frame. Frame is loose upon touch. Measurements: framed: 16 1/2 x 18 3/4 x 1 inches; 9 1/2 x 14. Weight: 3 lbs 9 oz. Unless described as being new, the items for sale are vintage or used and it may show evidence of wear. The description refers to the overall condition and details. We try to describe the items to the best of our ability. All listings are described as to the best of my knowledge, through careful research and price and description comparison. With tracking and careful, sturdy packing, we try to recycle when possible. We welcome all reasonable offers! We appreciate your business! Please check out my other items. Thank you for looking and good luck!
Utagawa Kuniyoshi 1840s Woodblock Framed Japanese Edo Samurai ukiyo-e
Author: adminJan 11
19th Century Utagawa Kuniyoshi Japanese Woodblock Print Framed Edo Era ukiyo-e. This is a lovely antique original print by Utagawa Kuniyoshi of a man seated in an interior, signed and stamped at lower left side. Framed and matted under glass in a black lacquer frame. Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798- 1861) was one of the last great masters of the Japanese ukiyo-e style of woodblock prints and painting. He was a member of the Utagawa school. The range of Kuniyoshi’s subjects included many genres: landscapes, women, Kabuki actors, cats, and mythical animals. He is known for depictions of the battles of legendary samurai heroes. His artwork incorporated aspects of Western representation in landscape painting and caricature. Condition: Very good condition. Colors are fresh, mild fading and rubbing commensurate with age and use. Lightly taped to matting (easily removable). Framed under glass with black lacquer frame. Measurements: 14 x 9 7/8 inches; frame. 26 3/4 x 19 1/4 x 1 inches. Weight: 6 lbs 4 oz. Unless described as being new, the items for sale are vintage or used and it may show evidence of wear. The description refers to the overall condition and details. We try to describe the items to the best of our ability. All listings are described as to the best of my knowledge, through careful research and price and description comparison. With tracking and careful, sturdy packing, we try to recycle when possible. We welcome all reasonable offers! We appreciate your business! Please check out my other items. Thank you for looking and good luck!
Utagawa Kuniyoshi 1833 Japanese Woodblock of Actor Bando as Mitsugoro IV Sadaka
Author: adminJan 4
Antique Japanese Woodblock Kuniyoshi Print Actor Bando Mitsugoro IV Sadaka 1833. Original 19th Century Utagawa Antique Japanese Woodblock Kuniyoshi Print Actor Bando as Mitsugoro IV Sadaka, 1833. Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798- 1861) was one of the last great masters of the Japanese ukiyo-e style of woodblock prints and painting. He was a member of the Utagawa school. The range of Kuniyoshi’s subjects included many genres: landscapes, women, Kabuki actors, cats, and mythical animals. He is known for depictions of the battles of legendary samurai heroes. His artwork incorporated aspects of Western representation in landscape painting and caricature. Condition: Very good condition. Colors are fresh, mild fading and rubbing commensurate with age and use. Conservation tape on verso. 13 1/4 x 8 7/8 inches. Unless described as being new, the items for sale are vintage or used and it may show evidence of wear. The description refers to the overall condition and details. We try to describe the items to the best of our ability. All listings are described as to the best of my knowledge, through careful research and price and description comparison. With tracking and careful, sturdy packing, we try to recycle when possible. We welcome all reasonable offers! We appreciate your business! Please check out my other items. Thank you for looking and good luck!
Utagawa Kunisada 1844 Woodblock Soga Goro Tokimune Samurai Warrior Soga Brother
Author: adminDec 31
Utagawa Kunisada 1844 Woodblock Soga Goro Tokimune Samurai Warrior Soga Brother. Woodblock Print : Utagawa Kunisada 1844 Woodblock Soga Goro Tokimune Samurai Warrior Soga Brother. This is a lovely antique original print by Utagawa Kunisada, also known as Toyokuni III Signed, dated and stamped on lower left and lower centeal. Soga monogatari keshozaka no kazari. It is the left part of a triptych and this panel is a portrait of. Framed and matted under glass in a fine antique gilt wood frame. Utagawa Kunisada (1786 – 12 January 1865), also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, (Sandai Utagawa Toyokuni), was a Japanese ukiyo-e artist. He is considered the most popular, prolific and commercially successful designer of ukiyo-e woodblock prints in 19th-century Japan. In his own time, his reputation far exceeded that of his contemporaries, Hokusai, Hiroshige and Kuniyoshi. Bright colors, some minor losses, near horse hoof on the lower left as well as old restoration on lower right. Framed and matted under glass. Frame is fine antique gilt wood and is in good condition, with craquelure and losses and a nice aged patina. Measurements: frame: 16 3/4 x 13 x 1 inches, woodblock: 12 3/4 x 9 inches. Weight: 2 lbs 7 oz. Unless described as being new, the items for sale are vintage or used and it may show evidence of wear. The description refers to the overall condition and details. We try to describe the items to the best of our ability. All listings are described as to the best of my knowledge, through careful research and price and description comparison. With tracking and careful, sturdy packing, we try to recycle when possible. We welcome all reasonable offers! We appreciate your business! Please check out my other items. Thank you for looking and good luck!
UTAGAWA KUNIYOSHI Circa 1850 Japanese Woodblock Tametomo Women Picking Fruit
Author: adminDec 30
Antique UTAGAWA KUNIYOSHI Japanese Woodblock Tametomo Women Picking Fruit c1850. Original Antique UTAGAWA KUNIYOSHI Japanese Woodblock Part of triptych. Tametomo in his island kingdom, seated on a rock, watching native women picking fruit and diving for awabi (abalone). This is a lovely and very rare antique original print by Utagawa Kuniyoshi women picking fruit by the sea. It is right sheet from triptych and comes with a stamped and hand written Certificate from Sekai. Please note that the last photo is for reference only, source: Kuniyoshi Project, 2024. Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798- 1861) was one of the last great masters of the Japanese ukiyo-e style of woodblock prints and painting. He was a member of the Utagawa school. The range of Kuniyoshi’s subjects included many genres: landscapes, women, Kabuki actors, cats, and mythical animals. He is known for depictions of the battles of legendary samurai heroes. His artwork incorporated aspects of Western representation in landscape painting and caricature. Condition: Very good condition. Colors are fresh, mild fading and rubbing commensurate with age and use. Lightly taped to matting (easily removable). Framed under glass with black lacquer frame. Last photo for reference only. 4 1/4 x 9 5/8 inches. Overall: 17 x 12. Unless described as being new, the items for sale are vintage or used and it may show evidence of wear. The description refers to the overall condition and details. We try to describe the items to the best of our ability. All listings are described as to the best of my knowledge, through careful research and price and description comparison. With tracking and careful, sturdy packing, we try to recycle when possible. We welcome all reasonable offers! We appreciate your business! Please check out my other items. Thank you for looking and good luck!
Utagawa Kuniaki 1861 Woodblock Woman Children Looking at Snow Japanese Edo Era
Author: adminDec 23
Utagawa Kuniaki Original 1861 Japanese Woodblock Woman Children Looking at Snow. Original Antique Woodblock print by Utagawa Kuniaki dated 1861 depicting a Woman with infant and two Children Greeting Father/husband while Looking Through the Window out at Snowy Landscape. It appears that the dark spot on lower left is the shoulder of the person they are greeting (presumably the father). This is an original antique Japanese Woodblock print by Utagawa Yoshiiku, also known as Ochiai Yoshiiku from 1863. It depicts the actor Sawamura Tossho II as Kojiro. Kojiro was an expert swordsman from the early Edo period (early 17th century) and is often depicted because where he succumbs in dealth to Miyamoto Musashi. 20 1/2 x 16 1/4 x 1 inches frame. 14 x 10 inches print. 4 lb 2 oz. Condition: Very good condition. Colors are very fresh. Professionally framed and matted under glass. All items for sale are vintage or antique and it may show evidence of wear. Please see condition report and photos. I try to describe the items to the best of my ability. All listings are described as to the best of my knowledge, through careful research and price and description comparison. We welcome all reasonable offers! We appreciate your business! Please check out my other items. Thank you for looking and good luck!
Utagawa Hiroshige Ueno Higashieizan Handrail Woodblock Print Ys6967241
Author: adminDec 15
This stunning woodblock print by Utagawa Hiroshige depicts a road through Ueno Higashieizan, Japan. The attention to detail and mastery of the Japanese culture are evident in the intricate design and use of traditional techniques. The print is perfect for collectors of Japanese art and those who appreciate the beauty of woodblock prints. It would make a great addition to any collection or a unique decorative piece for any home or office.
Utagawa Hiroshige Woodblock circa 1832 Spring Rain at Tsuchiyama 1st Edition
Author: adminDec 13
Utagawa Hiroshige Woodblock circa 1832 Spring Rain at Tsuchiyama 1st Edition. This is a lovely original first edition woodblock by Utagawa Hiroshige titled Spring Rain at Tsuchiyama from circa 1832. Depending on the source, this may be station 49 or 50, The Met has it listed at station 49 and Wikipedia has it listed as station 50. Utagawa Hiroshige Japanese: born Ando Tokutaro (1797 – 12 October 1858), was a Japanese ukiyo-e artist, considered the last great master of that tradition. Condition is commensurate with age and use. Colors are still quite fresh considering age, some tiny losses at border. Minor conservation visible in photos of verso. On verso, slight yellowing down the center area. 14 x 91/2 inches. Unless described as being new, the items for sale are vintage or used and it may show evidence of wear. The description refers to the overall condition and details. We try to describe the items to the best of our ability. All listings are described as to the best of my knowledge, through careful research and price and description comparison. With tracking and careful, sturdy packing, we try to recycle when possible. We welcome all reasonable offers! We appreciate your business! Please check out my other items. Thank you for looking and good luck!