Woodblock Print : Utagawa Kunisada Toyokuni III Kikunojo Segawa as Kyono kojoro. Woodblock Print : Woodblock Print : Utagawa Kunisada Toyokuni III Kikunojo Segawa as Kyono kojoro, Jan. This is a lovely antique original print by Utagawa Kunisada, also known as Toyokuni III actor. Kikunojo Segawa as Kyono kojoro, Jan. Signed and stamped on upper and lower left. Framed and matted under glass in a black swirl pattern 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. Condition: Good condition, some fading and minor stains and creases. Framed and matted under glass. Frame is in good condition. Measurements: Framed: 21 1/2 x 16 3/4 inches; Work: 15 x 10. Weight: 4 lbs 1 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!
Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada Toyokuni III Kikunojo Segawa as Kyono kojoro
Author: adminDec 12
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Author: adminJan 30
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Author: adminJul 7
The actor of feminine parts Segawa Kikunojo II performs the Butterfly Dance at the Nakamura theatre. Frame size: 14 1/2″ x 18 1/2″. Opening size: 7 1/2″ x 11 1/2″. Gross wight: 2.13 pounds. This woodblock printed on Silk. The frame is worn & scratched. The print is a few spotted & stained. The last two image are only for informational from 1950s masterpieces of The Japanese color woodcut book.
Utagawa Toyokuni I Original Japanese Woodblock Print Segawa Senjo Kabuki 1809
Author: adminFeb 24
Original Japanese woodblock print of the actor Segawa Senjo by Utagawa Toyokuni I (1769 – 1825). Classic yakusha-e woodblock study by the Japanese master printmaker Utagawa Toyokuni I. This piece shows the kabuki actor Segawa Senjo performing as the courtesan Takao. At this time, only men were allowed to perform in kabuki theatre. Segawa Senjo was a superstar of his day, commanding great salaries and audiences, and becoming renowned as an onnagata (male playing female) performer. This image of the courtesan Takao is taken from the play Takao Miuke no Tomozuna performed by the Nakamura theatre company, and it was published by Yamamotoya Heikichi in 1809. Oban tate-e form (vertical rectangle), the visible image measures 33.5cm (13 1/8 inches) x 25cm (9 7/8 inches). The frame measures 44.3cm (17 1/2 inches) x 34.2cm (13 1/2 inches). This piece dates from 1809. There are some slightly dirty areas and there is some fading after 200+ years. The red colour has faded from the kimono, and the yellow areas would have been purple and red when first printed. But none of the elegance and poetry has been lost from this piece. The item “Utagawa Toyokuni I Original Japanese Woodblock Print Segawa Senjo Kabuki 1809″ is in sale since Tuesday, February 16, 2021. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian/Oriental Antiques\Japanese\Prints”. The seller is “east20_interiors” and is located in Kingston upon Thames. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom, United States, Ireland, Germany, France, Spain.
- Region of Origin: Japanese
- Country of Origin: Japan
- Product: Print
- Age: 1800-1849
- Primary Material: Paper
- Antique: Yes
- Sub-Type: Kabuki
- Original/Repro: Antique Original