ARTIST: UTAGAWA KUNIYOSHI (1797 – 1861). SERIES: BIOGRAPHIES OF THE LOYAL RETAINERS (THE 47 RONIN). NISHIKI-E (INK ON PAPER). SIZE: 9.5 INCHES X 6.5 INCHES. (24 CM X 16.5 CM). AGE: 108 YEARS OLD. UKIYO-E PICTURES OF THE FLOATING WORLD. GENRE: MUSHA-E (PICTURES OF SAMURAI / WARRIORS / RONIN). MATERIAL: WASHI HANDMADE PAPER. COMMENTS: HANDMADE WOODBLOCK PRINT OR WOODCUT DONE BY HAND THE OLD WAY (Not a poster, not a lithograph and not done with any other modern printing technique). A ronin was a samurai in feudal Japan who was without a master. The term literally translates to “wandering man” or “drifter”. Ronin were samurai who lost their master’s favor or legal privilege, or whose master died. They often became mercenaries or bodyguards, but also turned to gambling and extortion. The term ronin comes from the Japanese words ro (wave) and nin (man or person). The story of the 47 ronin is a famous samurai tale based on true events in 1703.
Japanese Woodblock Print Samurai Warrior
Author: adminJan 23
Japanese Woodblock Print Samurai 1867
Author: adminJan 20
ARTIST: YOSHIIKU UTAGAWA (born 1833). DATE: 1867 (157 YEARS OLD). MEDIUM: NISHIKI-E (INK ON PAPER). 9.75 X 7 INCHES (25 CM X 17 CM). GENRE: UKIYO-E, MUSHA-E (PICTURES OF WARRIORS). SUBJECT: SAMURAI, SAMURAI ARMOR AND ATTIRE, SWORDS, WEAPONS BATTLE, WAR. CONDITION: Some prints have binding holes, tears, stains, and some wrinkles. Great impression and beautiful colors.
Japanese Woodblock Print Samurai 1867
Author: adminJan 19
ARTIST: YOSHIIKU UTAGAWA (born 1833). DATE: 1867 (157 YEARS OLD). MEDIUM: NISHIKI-E (INK ON PAPER). 9.75 X 7 INCHES (25 CM X 17 CM). GENRE: UKIYO-E, MUSHA-E (PICTURES OF WARRIORS). SERIES: HEROES OF THE TAIHEIKI. SUBJECT: SAMURAI, SAMURAI ARMOR AND ATTIRE, SWORDS, WEAPONS BATTLE, WAR. CONDITION: Some prints have binding holes, tears, stains, and some wrinkles. Great impression and beautiful colors.
Japanese Woodblock Print Samurai 1867
Author: adminJan 18
ARTIST: YOSHIIKU UTAGAWA (born 1833). DATE: 1867 (157 YEARS OLD). MEDIUM: NISHIKI-E (INK ON PAPER). 9.75 X 7 INCHES (25 CM X 17 CM). GENRE: UKIYO-E, MUSHA-E (PICTURES OF WARRIORS). SERIES: HEROES OF THE TAIHEIKI. SUBJECT: SAMURAI, SAMURAI ARMOR AND ATTIRE, SWORDS, WEAPONS BATTLE, WAR. CONDITION: Some prints have binding holes, tears, stains, and some wrinkles. Great impression and beautiful colors.
Japanese Woodblock Print Samurai 1867
Author: adminJan 16
ARTIST: YOSHIIKU UTAGAWA (born 1833). DATE: 1867 (157 YEARS OLD). MEDIUM: NISHIKI-E (INK ON PAPER). 9.75 X 7 INCHES (25 CM X 17 CM). GENRE: UKIYO-E, MUSHA-E (PICTURES OF WARRIORS). SERIES: HEROES OF THE TAIHEIKI. SUBJECT: SAMURAI, SAMURAI ARMOR AND ATTIRE, SWORDS, WEAPONS BATTLE, WAR. CONDITION: Some prints have binding holes, tears, stains, and some wrinkles. Great impression and beautiful colors.
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!
Japanese Woodblock Print Samurai 1867
Author: adminJan 8
ARTIST: YOSHIIKU UTAGAWA (born 1833). DATE: 1867 (157 YEARS OLD). MEDIUM: NISHIKI-E (INK ON PAPER). 9.75 X 7 INCHES (25 CM X 17 CM). GENRE: UKIYO-E, MUSHA-E (PICTURES OF WARRIORS). SERIES: HEROES OF THE TAIHEIKI. SUBJECT: SAMURAI, SAMURAI ARMOR AND ATTIRE, SWORDS, WEAPONS BATTLE, WAR. CONDITION: Some prints have binding holes, tears, stains, and some wrinkles. Great impression and beautiful colors.
Japanese Woodblock Print Samurai 1867
Author: adminJan 7
ARTIST: YOSHIIKU UTAGAWA (born 1833). DATE: 1867 (157 YEARS OLD). MEDIUM: NISHIKI-E (INK ON PAPER). 9.75 X 7 INCHES (25 CM X 17 CM). GENRE: UKIYO-E, MUSHA-E (PICTURES OF WARRIORS). SUBJECT: SAMURAI, SAMURAI ARMOR AND ATTIRE, SWORDS, WEAPONS BATTLE, WAR. CONDITION: Some prints have binding holes, tears, stains, and some wrinkles. Great impression and beautiful colors.
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!
Japanese Woodblock Print Samurai 1867
Author: adminDec 22
ARTIST: YOSHIIKU UTAGAWA (born 1833). DATE: 1867 (157 YEARS OLD). MEDIUM: NISHIKI-E (INK ON PAPER). 9.75 X 7 INCHES (25 CM X 17 CM). GENRE: UKIYO-E, MUSHA-E (PICTURES OF WARRIORS). SERIES: HEROES OF THE TAIHEIKI. SUBJECT: SAMURAI, SAMURAI ARMOR AND ATTIRE, SWORDS, WEAPONS BATTLE, WAR. CONDITION: Some prints have binding holes, tears, stains, and some wrinkles. Great impression and beautiful colors.