AGE: APPROX 140 YEARS OLD. MEDIUM: WOODBLOCK PRINT (INK ON PAPER) NISHIKI-E. GENRE: UKIYO-E (PICTURES OF THE FLOATING WORLD) MEIJI. SIZE: OBAN (APPROX 14 X 9 INCHES) or 35cm by 22cm approximately. SUBJECT: bijin-ga (beautiful women). CONDITION: very good (see detailed pictures). THEMES: BIJIN-GA, KIMONOS, KIMONO DESIGNS, TEA, KIMONO DESIGNS, ART/ MONKEY. COMMENTS: Nice, beautiful, vibrant colors and scenery. This is a beautiful and authentic Japanese woodblock print by CHIKANOBU sch dating back to the late 1800s. The intricate design depicts colorful scenes on paper, showcasing the rich culture and artistry of Japan. The print is a valuable antique original, perfect for collectors of Asian antiques and prints. The region of origin of this print is Japan, and it features a multi-color scheme that adds vibrancy and depth to any space. The print is an amazing representation of the art of printing using woodblocks, which was popular in Japan during the 19th century. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to own a piece of Japanese history!
JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT ORIGINAL ANTIQUE By Chikanobu 1880s MONKEY KIMONO
Author: adminApr 15
Japanese Woodblock Print Book Shin-zuan vol. 17 11prints Sekka Kimono Design
Author: adminMar 24
Formal Name: Shin-zuan vol. Painter: Kamisaka Sekka, Tanaka Gekko, Fuji Gyokushu etc. Contents: 11 illustrations There are 52 pages of woodcut designs. Size: 25×16cm(9.8×6.4inch). Year of publication: 1892. Condition: Cover has light foxing, staining, and dulling, corners slightly rubbed, some extra binding holes, and some illustration margins are lightly dulled. This item is not new. Please refer to the description-of-item columns and the pictures.
Japanese Woodblock Print Book Shin-zuan vol. 20- 21 prints Sekka Kimono Design
Author: adminMar 14
Formal Name: Shin-zuan vol. Painter: Kamisaka Sekka, Kaigai Tennen, Tanak Gekko etc. This book is a combined volume, but only 20 volumes are known, and it is not known what the other volume is. Size: 23.7×16cm(9.3×6.4inch). Year of publication: 1892. Condition: Covers are lightly foxed and dulled, corners rubbed and creased, some illustrations lightly foxed and dulled. This item is not new. Please refer to the description-of-item columns and the pictures.
JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT ORIGINAL ANTIQUE circa 1850 KUNISADA KIMONO
Author: adminJan 20
ARTIST: TOYOKUNI III / KUNISADA. The print’s region of origin is Japan, adding to its cultural significance. With its vibrant colors and intricate details, this antique woodblock print is a must-have for any collector of Asian art.
Japanese Woodblock Print Book Bijutsukai vol. 14 18 print Modern Textile Kimono
Author: adminDec 6
Bijutsukai is a collection of beautifully colored designs for arts and crafts such as a kimono. It has been published since 1909 by Unsodo. Compared to Shin-Bijutsukai, it is based on a traditional design.
WB Kunichika Japan Woodblock Prints Antique Ukiyo-e Kabuki Kimono Men Singer Hat
Author: adminOct 5
Kunishu was a student of Shunin and Toyokuni III, and was called “Meiji no Sharaku” by Kojima Osui. Kunishu is a representative of the Ukiyoe artists of the Meiji period, and his numerous works are of great value as a source of information on the history of Meiji theater. Kunishu had an unusual personality, which he himself admitted. According to him, he moved 117 times, and he boasted that his paintings were not as good as Hokusai’s, who also moved frequently, but he was ahead of Hokusai in the number of moves he made. He had more than 40 wives, but none of them lasted long.
Japanese Woodblock Print Book Kusagusa vol2 Modern Kimono Original Vintage
Author: adminOct 3
Formal Name: Kusagusa vol. 2 (Collection of Kimono pattern). Publisher: Ushida Bijutsu Shoshi. Contents: 20 illustrations, 40 designs. Size: 36×24.5cm(14.2×9.6inch). Year of publication: 1935. This item is not new. Please refer to the description-of-item columns and the pictures.
Kunimasa IV Japan Woodblock Prints Antique Ukiyo-e Kimono Beauty sexy Triptych
Author: adminSep 30
Size : large size (3 sheets). Detail : Lining / Slight soiling. Kunimasa IV was a student of Toyokuni III and called himself Kunimasa IV. After Toyokuni III’s death, he studied under Kunisada II. In 1889, he succeeded Kunisada’s name as the third generation and took the name of Kachoro. After 1894, he changed his name to Toyosai. He mainly painted Kaika-e and Yakusha-e (portraits of actors), and his specialty was portraits of Ichikawa Sadanji I. He also painted many genre paintings. He also painted many genre pictures.
WB Toyokuni Japanese Woodblock Prints Asian Antique Bushi Ukiyo-e Kimono Dyptich
Author: adminSep 16
Setsukawa Ruko Sawamura Sojuro 2 pieces. Brushed and well preserved with few stains and very few insect holes and embellishments. Each about 36.7×25.5cm.
WB Japanese Woodblock Prints Asian Antique Meiji Ukiyo-e Kimono Autumn leaves
Author: adminSep 6
Work Kaede ga heri. A few small stains on the inside. 17.4×23.5cm (sheet size).