Konishi Hirosada Eiyuu Den Japanese Woodblock Snake Cobra Battle

Konishi Hirosada Eiyuu Den Japanese Woodblock Snake Cobra Battle

Konishi Hirosada Eiyuu Den Japanese Woodblock Snake Cobra Battle

Konishi Hirosada Eiyuu Den Japanese Woodblock Snake Cobra Battle

Konishi Hirosada Eiyuu Den Japanese Woodblock Snake Cobra Battle

Konishi Hirosada Eiyuu Den Japanese Woodblock Snake Cobra Battle

Konishi Hirosada Eiyuu Den Japanese Woodblock Snake Cobra Battle

Konishi Hirosada Eiyuu Den Japanese Woodblock Snake Cobra Battle

Konishi Hirosada Eiyuu Den Japanese Woodblock Snake Cobra Battle

Like most producers of kamigata-e prints originating in the Osaka and Kyoto regionshe specialized in yakusha-e actor prints. Hirosada is particularly known for his diptychs and triptychs, and for his many kubi-e portraits of the leading actors on the Osaka kabuki stage during his day. Although Hirosada has been acknowledged as “the most important and prolific mid-nineteenth century Osaka designer, ” little is known about his personal life. Those biographies which refer to his life dates identify his birth year as unknown and the year of his death as 1864 or 1865. Art historians link his activity to between 1810 and 1865. He is believed to have apprenticed with prominent Osaka artist Utagawa Kunimasu , and to have studied alongside Kunimasu in Edo in the early 1830s under Utagawa Kunisada. Following the relaxation of the Temp Reforms in 1847, Hirosada became a major designer of medium-sized chban prints, the format championed by his mentor Kunimasu. He was highly prolific, working mainly in the kabuki-e and yakusha-e genres. He is particularly known for his many kubi-e lit. “Large head” portraits of the leading actors on the Osaka kabuki stage, which he began to produce in 1841. As a testament to his productivity, Gerstle notes, In the period up to 1852 Hirosada designed approximately 800 single-sheet prints, making him the most prolific of the Osaka print artists by far and unquestionably a’professional’. Hirosada produced designs for a number of Osaka-based publishing houses including Kitakagawa, Kyoisa, Isakichi, Kawato, Tenki and Meikd. Among his students were the artists Hironobu , Sadayuki and Sadahiro II. The latter succeeded Hirosada as both Sadahiro II and Hirosada II. In keeping with the custom for Edo period artists, Hirosada used a number of different g art names throughout his career, including Gostei Hirosada , Gorakutei Hirosada and Utagawa Hirosada. Born Kymaruya Seijir, he apparently began his artistic career as Hirokuni (/), switching to Hirosada in mid-1847. He is associated with various artist seals including Goch, Sada, K, Ch, Sadahiro and Gostei. Some scholars have linked Hirosada’s name changes with an intent to evade censorship; however, it was not uncommon for artists of the period to adapt or adopt new names on a whim. In addition to these recognized names, some scholars have suggested that Hirosada and his contemporary Osaka artist Utagawa Sadahiro fl. According to Keyes, there is a strong, though unproven case for believing that Gostei Hirosada… Was the well-known artist Sadahiro I. Evidence for this, Keyes argues, can be found in stylistic similarities between the two artists’ work, the similarity of the artists’ names (the same two characters reversed [hiro] + [sada] vs [sada] + [hiro]) and signatures, the two artists’ use of the same’Gostei’ g, and the appearance of the’Sadahiro’ seal on some prints signed by Hirosada. Art historians are quick to acknowledge Hirosada’s stature and influence: he was “the most importantand prolificOsaka print designer of the post-Tenpô period, ” “the central figure of mid-nineteenth century Osaka printmaking, ” and one of the finest portraitists of the nineteenth century. “[20] In the 1840s and 1850s he produced over eight-hundred single-sheet prints, “outnumbering by far the output of any of his contemporaries. His prints are “among the finest and most individual of the whole ukiyo-e genre, ” and among some of the finest character portraits produced anywhere in the world. In terms of format, the majority of his works from 1847 and later are medium-sized chban rather than the previously dominant larger ban size. He produced kabuki-e almost exclusively, and was particularly celebrated for his polytychsmainly diptychs and triptychsand kubi-e actor portraits. Stylistically his polytychs are noted for “imaginative placements, unusual cropping of figures and descriptive physiognomies, ” and the subtle but inventive interplay among the figures. ” Hirosada has been credited with an “instantly recognisable, ” “insightful, ” “exceptionally expressive and dramatic style. Critics have praised the “clarity and self-assurance” of his drawing, and his simple, sophisticated style which avoids “flashy” enhancements. [29] As Keyes notes, Hirosadas prints are an exploration of the depth and meaning of human relationships. They are intimate and direct. Other Japanese artists had portrayed the timeless, fragile and unchanging aspects of human life. Hirosada celebrated the separate, unrepeatable, unique, human event. The item “Konishi Hirosada Eiyuu Den Japanese Woodblock Snake Cobra Battle” is in sale since Friday, September 14, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “enfinity8″ and is located in Denver, Colorado. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Viet nam.
  • Primary Material: Paper
  • Age: 1800-1849
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Region of Origin: Japan
  • Maker: Ichirysai Yoshitoyo
  • Color: Blue
Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI #3

Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI #3

Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI #3

Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI #3

Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI #3

Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI #3

Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI #3

EDO era antique, 165 years old original Four panels. Utagawa (Konishi, Gostei) Hirosada. Print size : about 9.5 x 7.25 inches. 165 years old original RARE 4 Panels woodblock print of HIROSADA. Excellent impression and detail. There are writing of the each actors’ name and numbers each print on the edge. No URAUCHI backing papers. On the faster side during off peak traveling seasons and slower and more unpredictable during high traveling seasons. We are off on Saturday, Sunday (Japan time) and National holidays in Japan. So we’ll be late for the answering questions. Thank you for your understanding. International Buyers Please Note. These charges are the buyers responsibility. The item “Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI #3″ is in sale since Sunday, December 04, 2016. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “edokura” and is located in Chiba. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Color: Multi-Color
  • Type: Woodblock Print
  • Primary Material: Washi Paper
  • Age: 1851
  • Region of Origin: Japan
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT by Utagawa Hirosada of Samurai Jitsukawa Ensuburo

JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT by Utagawa Hirosada of Samurai Jitsukawa Ensuburo

JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT by Utagawa Hirosada of Samurai Jitsukawa Ensuburo

JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT by Utagawa Hirosada of Samurai Jitsukawa Ensuburo

JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT by Utagawa Hirosada of Samurai Jitsukawa Ensuburo

JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT by Utagawa Hirosada of Samurai Jitsukawa Ensuburo

JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT by Utagawa Hirosada of Samurai Jitsukawa Ensuburo

JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT by Utagawa Hirosada of Samurai Jitsukawa Ensuburo

JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT by Utagawa Hirosada of Samurai Jitsukawa Ensuburo

JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT by Utagawa Hirosada of Samurai Jitsukawa Ensuburo

JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT by Utagawa Hirosada of Samurai Jitsukawa Ensuburo

JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT by Utagawa Hirosada of Samurai Jitsukawa Ensuburo

Gorgeous Antique Japanese woodblock by Utagawa Hirosada. Portrait of famous samurai, Jitsukawa Ensuburo. Set in beautiful Gilt wood Frame with professional matting. 18 x 14 inches. Wear Consistent with Age. Minor signs of age and use consistent with age. My success rate of safe deliveries is excellent and something we strive to make happen. They will personally deliver pieces and call to arrange deliver time. We can always discuss costs. Typically i only charge for gas and my additional labor. No more than 150.00 dollars. Price to be quoted accordingly. All of the items we offer are vintage, antique or simply pre-owned, consequentially, reasonable wear and tear is to be expected. We try to describe any damage or problems of which we. Are aware, in all of our listings. We always include significant numbers of clear photographs, these are integral to the description, so please review closely. The item “JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT by Utagawa Hirosada of Samurai Jitsukawa Ensuburo” is in sale since Wednesday, March 21, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “pearlriverestatetraders” and is located in Easton, Pennsylvania. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Russian federation, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Dominican republic, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, El salvador, Honduras, Jamaica.
  • Maker: Hirosada
  • Primary Material: Paper
  • Featured Refinements: Japanese Woodblock Print
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Color: Multi-Color
  • Region of Origin: Japan
Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI

Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI

Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI

Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI

Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI

Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI

Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI

Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI

EDO era antique, 164 years old original Four panels. Utagawa (Konishi, Gostei) Hirosada. Print size : about 9.5 x 7 inches. 164 years old original RARE 4 Panels woodblock print of HIROSADA. Excellent impression and detail. There are writing of the each actors’ name and numbers each print on the edge. No holes or rips. Check out my other items. On the faster side during off peak traveling seasons and slower and more unpredictable during high traveling seasons. We are off on Saturday, Sunday (Japan time) and National holidays in Japan. So we’ll be late for the answering questions. Thank you for your understanding. International Buyers Please Note. These charges are the buyers responsibility. The item “Org HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE RARE 4 Panels Woodblock Print UKIYOE KABUKI” is in sale since Wednesday, October 05, 2016. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “edokura” and is located in Chiba. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Color: Multi-Color
  • Type: Woodblock Print
  • Primary Material: Washi Paper
  • Age: 1852
  • Region of Origin: Japan
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
Orig HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE Woodblock Print KABUKI Ishikawa Goemon

Orig HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE Woodblock Print KABUKI Ishikawa Goemon

Orig HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE Woodblock Print KABUKI Ishikawa Goemon

Orig HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE Woodblock Print KABUKI Ishikawa Goemon

Orig HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE Woodblock Print KABUKI Ishikawa Goemon

Chigogafuchi Koi no Shiranami. The actor Nakamura Utaemon II as Ishikawa Goemon. EDO era antique original. You can see same print at Minneapolis Institute of Art. Utagawa (Konishi, Gostei) Hirosada. Print size : about 9.75 x 7.25 inches each. There is writing of the actor’s name and number on the edge. There are some worm damage. Bottom print has URAUCHI backing paper. Check out my other items. On the faster side during off peak traveling seasons and slower and more unpredictable during high traveling seasons. We are off on Saturday, Sunday (Japan time) and National holidays in Japan. So we’ll be late for the answering questions. Thank you for your understanding. International Buyers Please Note. These charges are the buyers responsibility. The item “Orig HIROSADA EDO Antique JAPANESE Woodblock Print KABUKI Ishikawa Goemon” is in sale since Sunday, January 15, 2017. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “edokura” and is located in Chiba. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Color: Multi-Color
  • Maker: ISEKICHI
  • Type: Woodblock Print
  • Primary Material: Washi Paper
  • Age: 1850
  • Region of Origin: Japan
  • Original/Reproduction: Original