Antique Hiroshige II Japanese Woodblock Edo Enoshima Sagami Bay circa 1860 Frame. Original Antique Hiroshige II Japanese Woodblock Enoshima Beach Sagami Bay circa 1860, Framed and matted, Woodblock Print Framed Edo Era, ukiyo-e. This is a lovely antique original print by Utagawa Hiroshige II of a man seated in on an ox, with a peasant and the beach and Sagani bay with waves in the background. 1 Enoshima Seen from the Beach – Beach of Sagami Bay. 2 Elegantly dressed man sitting on black ox, watching running woman in kimono barefoot with pattern of shells; on beach with rough surf; Enoshima Island on achtergrond. 3 Prince Genji riding an oxen being led by an abalone diver along the sea shore with Endoshima Island in the distance. Hiroshige II (Utagawa Hiroshige, 1826 – 17 September 1869) was a Japanese designer of ukiyo-e art. He inherited the name Hiroshige II following the death in 1858 of his master Hiroshige, whose daughter he married. In 1865 he moved from Edo to Yokohama after dissolving his marriage and began using the name Kisai Rissho. His work so resembles that of his master that scholars have often confused them. Condition: Very good condition. Colors are fresh, mild fading and rubbing commensurate with age and use. There is a small water? Stain at the top joining area between the tow sheets. Framed under acrylic with black and gold wood frame. Measurements: Frame: 23 1/4 x 28 1/2 x 1 Work: 14 x 19 1/2. Weight: 6 lbs 13 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!
Hiroshige II Japanese Woodblock Diptych Edo Enoshima Sagami Bay ca1860 Framed
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Genuine Japanese Woodblock Print Sagami River c. 1930s Anonymous Artist/Excelnt
Author: adminApr 18
Genuine Japanese Woodblock Print “Sagami River (Sagamigawa)” 1930s Anonymous Artist (after Takahashi Shotei). This is a genuine woodblock print from the late 1930s. It’s by an anonymous artist and has the title “Sagami River (Sagamigawa)” on the left. Under the title is a red seal that says “Sekiyo”, which translates as “The Setting Sun”. Dimensions: 7 x 15 1/4. Condition: The print is in excellent condition, with no marks, tears, or fading. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “hongf66″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original
Original YOSHITOSHI Japanese Woodblock Print Courageous Warriors Sagami Jiro
Author: adminJan 12
Sagami Jiro Taira Masakado taken by an arrow from Yoshitoshi’s Courageous Warriors c. Original circa 188 3 Japanese Woodblock Print by Yoshitoshi, guaranteed! A masterpiece of action and color, this image moves beyond the two-dimensional space. Unarguably the best design of the series. The daimyo Sagami Jiro Taira Masakado started a rebellion against the Fujiwara shogunate in 930 A. However, his rebellion was short-lived. He was eventually killed by an arrow launched by shoguns famed archer Fujiwara Hidesato. In this dynamic scene, Sagami JiroTaira Masakado riding his horse is trampling a samurai while unbeknownst to him an arrow is about to take his life. His horse literally jumps out of the page. The sense of frozen action is masterfully conveyed. The horse and fallen samurai are suspended in mid-air with broken pieces of sword flying in different directions. The fatal arrow pierces the scene across the series cartouche just inches away from striking! This print is from the very first printing of this series. Mica dust is applied to the black sky. Dark and fine gradation of color creates a moody and dark scene. Even the horses body exhibits attention to color range by delineating muscles. The Daimyos black jacket is burnished and shines. It measures 13 ¾ x 9 ½ inches. It is in great condition with very slight stains. It is slightly trimmed. The dark line extending upward at the bottom is part of printing process for this image. It is there in other prints with this image including one in the Tokyo National Museum collection. The item “Original YOSHITOSHI Japanese Woodblock Print Courageous Warriors Sagami Jiro” is in sale since Wednesday, October 10, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “greatartstuff” and is located in San Francisco, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Primary Material: Paper
- Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
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