- One Hundred Aspects of the Moon - Takao (The Courtesan Takao) -
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The beautiful woodblock print is by Yoshitoshi Tsukioka (1839-1892). "たか雄 - Takao" (The Courtesan Takao) from Tsuki Hyakushi (One Hundred Aspects of the Moon) is a re-carved edition from the Showa era, first printed in 1885. It is signed on the lower left of the image. This elegant re-carved edition is by Ukiyo-e Hanga Kankokai and published by Nihon Bijutsuga Kai. The copyright seal, carver's name (Kentaro Maeda), and printer's name (Sakuji Tanaka) are on the verso. It is a high-quality print, with carving and printing faithful to the original. Just stunning and beautiful. Please see the details.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 1/2 inches by 15 and 1/4 inches (26.5 x 38.5 cm)
Image size: 8 and 7/8 inches by 13 and 1/8 inches (22.5 x 33.3 cm)
Condition: Excellent condition
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- Okoso zukin (Beauty with Purple Hood) -
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The beautiful woodblock print 'Okoso zukin' (Beauty with a Purple Hood) is by Koji Fukiya (1898–1979). 'Okoso zukin' is a cold-weather headwear for women that was popular from the Edo to the Meiji period. It is printed on beautiful Japanese washi paper from the Showa era. The artist's signature (block-signed) and red seal are located in the upper right corner of the image, while the carver's and printer's names are embossed on the bottom margin. The delicate beauty depicted is wearing a purple hood and exudes elegance.
Koji Fukiya was born in Niigata Prefecture in 1898. His lovely depictions of beauties are delicate and lyrical, and they were very popular from the Taisho to the Showa periods. His woodblock prints are extremely rare, with only a few varieties available on the market
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 12 and 1/4 x 18 and 1/2 inches (31.2 x 47 cm)
Image size: 10 x 15 inches (25.5 x 38 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: N/A
Signed: The artist's signature (block-signed) and red seal are located in the upper right corner of the image.
Condition: Very good condition
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- Hitori '77 (Alone) -
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The lovely etching print 'Hitori '77' (Alone) is by Kaoru Saito. This print captures a sense of realism and beauty through light and shadow that is truly captivating. Limited to an edition size of only 50 sheets.
Technique: Mezzotint etching
Paper size: 12 and 5/8 inches by 15 and 1/8 inches (32 x 38.5 cm)
Image size: 7 and 5/8 inches by 9 and 1/8 inches (19.5 x 23 cm)
Sheet number: 48/50
Date: 1977
Signed: Pencil signed by the artist
Condition: Excellent condition.
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- Tokonatsu (Everlasting Summer) from The Tale of Genji -
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The exquisite print 'Tokonatsu' (Everlasting Summer) from 'The Tale of Genji' is by Kaoru Saito. "Tokonatsu" is one of the chapter titles of "The Tale of Genji," a classic Japanese novel consisting of fifty-four chapters. The chapter title is inspired by a waka poem in which Genji composed verses about the everlasting summer flowers (Nadeshiko). Genji compares the delicate and beautiful Tamakazura to the Nadeshiko flower. The pattern on the cloth she is sleeping on is also adorned with a Nadeshiko flower motif, adding to her allure. The contrast is striking, making it a truly elegant print.
Technique: Aquatint, Mezzotint, and Engraving
Paper size: 15 inches wide by 17 and 3/4 inches tall (38 x 45 cm)
Image size: 8 and 1/2 inches wide by 8 and 3/4 inches tall (21.5 x 22.5 cm)
Sheet number: 70/89
Date: 1986
Signed: Pencil signed by the artist
Condition: Pristine condition
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- Painting Sumi-e -
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The tasteful woodblock print "Paining Sumi-e" is by Gekko Ogata (1859-1920). Two women are enjoying Sumi-e painting. Beautiful Sumi-e paintings are also depicted on the folding screen behind them. They are meticulously detailed. The artist's signature "Gekko" and a red seal in the lower left corner of the image.
Artist: Gekko Ogata (1859 -1920)
Date: Ca. 1900
Paper size: 10 and 3/8 x 8 inches (26.2 x 20.2 cm)
Image size: 8 and 1/4 x 6 and 1/8 inches (21.2 x 15.5 cm)
Condition: Good overall for its age. Paper toning, minor soils/stains, creases, and two micro holes. Tiny washi-paper tape residues on the top corners of the verso. Please see the pictures.
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- Modren Girl - Limited edition
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The lovely silkscreen print "Modern Girl" is by Masayuki Miyata (1926-1997). This print beautifully captures the image of a stylish modern girl from the Taisho era, characterized by her one-piece dress instead of a traditional kimono, bob-cut hair replacing long black hair, and a Western-style hat. Limited edition size of only 100 sheets. Sheet number and hand-signed with an artist's red seal on the bottom margin. This lovely print is a perfect addition to any modern home or office.
Masayuki Miyata was a well-known Japanese Kiri-e (paper-cutting) artist. His career started as an illustrator for modern publications of Japanese classic literature, and he eventually became a recognized Kiri-e artist. His Kiri-e style works including woodblock prints and silkscreen prints are very popular. His collectors are worldwide.
Technique: Silkscreen
Paper size: 16 and 1/2 x 20 and 1/8 and 1/4 inches (42 x 51 cm)
Image size: 15 and 1/8 x 17 and 7/8 inches (38.5 x 45.3 cm)
Sheet number: 60/100
Date: N/A
Signed: Hand-Signed on the bottom margin
Condition: Excellent condition
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- Nowaki (The Typhoon) from The Tale of Genji -
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The amazing print "Nowaki" (The Typhoon) from The Tale of Genji is by Kaoru Saito. The Tale of Genji is a piece of famous Japanese literature written by Murasaki Shikibu in the early 11th century (Heian period). It's about the life of Hikaru Genji, son of the emperor, and also about the aristocratic society of that period. Kaoru
Saito skillfully depicts a woman lost in thought in the wind. Her expression is so beautiful. The details are exquisite. Please see the pictures.
Technique: Aquatint, Mezzotint, and Engraving
Paper size: 15 inches wide by 17 and 7/8 inches tall (38 x 45.5 cm)
Image size: 8 and 1/2 inches wide by 8 and 3/4 inches tall (21.5 x 22.5 cm)
Sheet number: 70/85
Date: 1986
Signed: Pencil signed by the artist
Condition: Pristine condition
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- Reimei (Mt. Fuji at Dawn) - Limited edition
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The phenomenal silkscreen print "Reimei" (Mt. Fuji at Dawn) is by Masayuki Miyata (1926-1997). This print captures the beauty of Mt. Fuji at dawn, with its majestic silhouette against the sky. Limited edition size of only 160 sheets. Sheet number 8/160 and hand-signed with an artist's red seal on the bottom margin.
Masayuki Miyata was a well-known Japanese Kiri-e (paper-cutting) artist. His career started as an illustrator for modern publications of Japanese classic literature and he eventually became a recognized Kiri-e artist. His Kiri-e style works including woodblock prints and silkscreen prints are very popular. His collectors are worldwide.
Technique: Silkscreen
Paper size: 23 and 1/4 x 19 and 1/4 and 1/4 inches (59 x 49 cm)
Image size: 20 and 7/8 x 16 and 1/8 inches (53 x 41 cm)
Sheet number: 8/160
Date: N/A
Signed: Hand-Signed on the bottom margin
Condition: Excellent condition. A very minor paper crease on the lower right margin corner will be matted out.
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- Maihime (Dancing Girl) - Limited edition
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The lovely woodblock print "Maihime" (Dancing Girl) is by Yumeji Takehisa (1884-1934). From the popular series "Onna judai" (Ten Female Subjects). Limited edition size of only 280 sheets. The title, artist's signature, and artist's red seal are on the lower left corner of the image. Artist's name, the title, edition number 30/280 in Japanese Kanji, and the publisher's name "Takamizawa" on the left margin. This is a recarved edition by Takamizawa publisher in 1987. The woman's Kimono is a typical Taisho era design, which is very colorful and modern. It adds a very lovely and fresh mood to this print.
Yumeji Takehisa was born in Okayama in 1884. He is very famous for his Bijin-ga (paintings of beautiful women), in addition, he succeeded as an illustrator for many books or advertisements. His typical lyrical works were called 'Yumeji-style beauties (Bijin). He is a representative painter of Taisho romance, and was sometimes called the "Ukiyo-e artist of the Taisho era''.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 13 and 3/8 x 17 and 1/2 inches (34 x 44.5 cm)
Image size: 11 and 1/2 x 15 and 5/8 inches (29.5 x 40 cm)
Sheet number: 30/280
Date: 1987
Signed: Artist's signature and a red seal on the lower left corner of the image.
Condition: Very good condition.
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- Sanshiki Sumire, '88 (Pansy, '88) -
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The magnificent Mezzotint etching print "Sanshiki Sumire"(Pansy, '88) is by Kaoru Saito. Limited Edition 85/93 dated '88. Truly a lovely image of a woman with a tiny delicate flower. All elements of elegant expression with long black hair, beautiful colors, and stylish composition combine to create a beautiful mood in this amazing work. This is a pencil signed by the artist, dated, and titled in Japanese by the artist. Limited edition size of only 93 sheets. Very large size print. Please see her lovely expression. This is one of Saito's masterpiece prints.
Technique: Mezzotint etching
Paper size: 18 and 1/2 inches by 22 and 1/8 inches (47 x 56 cm)
Image size: 11 and 1/2 inches by 14 and 1/2 inches (29.5 x 35.5 cm)
Sheet number: 85/93
Date: 1988
Signed: Pencil signed by the artist
Condition: Excellent condition. A few very minor handling creases on the margins which will be matted out.
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- Ouka no Onna (Woman and Cherry Blossoms) - Limited edition
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The beautiful woodblock print "Ouka no Onna" (Woman and Cherry Blossoms) is by Masayuki Miyata (1926-1997) A stylish modern woman stands against cherry blossoms. Pink background and falling petals add a soft and genteel accent to this chic print. Limited edition size of only 375 sheets. Artist's red seal in the right of the image. The Japanese title, artist's block sign, artist's red seal, and the edition number are on the right margin. Publisher's seal "Momose-ban", Carver's name; Okura, and Printer's name; Nakajo on the lower left margin. This modern Bijin-ga print is highly desirable for collectors.
Masayuki Miyata was a well-known Japanese Kiri-e (paper-cutting) artist. His career started as an illustrator for modern publications of Japanese classic literature and eventually became a recognized Kiri-e artist. His Kiri-e style works including woodblock prints and silkscreen prints are very popular. His collectors are worldwide.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 12 x 15 and 7/8 and 1/4 inches (30.5 x 40.3 cm)
Image size: 10 and 5/8 x 14 and 1/2 inches (27 x 37 cm)
Sheet number: 127/375
Date: 1980-1990
Signed: Artist's block sign and a red seal on the right margin.
Condition: Very good condition. minor ink smudge on the left margin as shown.
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- Matsubayanai Yosōi (Beauty with Camellia) -
Eisui Ichirakutei (active 1789-1804)
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Japanese woodblock print "松葉屋内粧ひ" Matsubayanai Yosōi (Beauty with Camellia) by Eisui Ichirakutei (active 1789 –1804). Originally produced in the Edo period, this is a re-carved edition, published by The National Museum in Showa 22 nen (1947). Eisui was a Japanese Ukiyo-e artist who specialized in Bijin-ga. Titled "Matsubayanai Yosōi" and the artist's signature "Eisui-ga" e on the upper right. Very tasteful Bijinga print.
The small caption is attached to the verso. It states: Published by The National Museum, Supervisor's name: Toyohisa Adachi, Carver's name: Nakajima, Printer's name; Yokoi, Title, artist name, and dated "Showa 22 nen 8 gatsu"(August in 1947).
Technique: Woodblock
Print size: 10 x 15 and 1/4 inches (25.5 x 39 cm)
Image size: 9 and 7/8 x 15 and 1/8 inches (25 x 38.6 cm)
Printed: Recarved edition, printed in 1947
Signed: Artist name "Eisui-ga" on the upper right of the image.
Condition: Very good condition with minor paper toning. Please see the pictures. (This print originally has a thin margins, not trimmed.)
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- Kanashiki Kuchibue (Sad Whistle) -
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The fabulous silkscreen print "Kanashiki Kuchibue" (Sad Whistle) is by Tatsumi Shimura. (Some people call the title "Top Hat") Published by Hoshida Hanga Kobo in 1996. This girl is a legendary Japanese singer and actress "Hibari Misora" (1937-1989). This limited edition was published as a memorial print for the 50th year anniversary of her entertainment life. (In December 1945 she made her debut) Four different designs as one series. This is one of them.
These designs were created as special record covers for the 25th year anniversary of her entertainment life by Tatsumi Shimura in 1971. (Tatsumi Shimura was also a very popular illustrator).
The single record of "Kanashiki Kuchibue" (Sad whistle) was released in 1949. Hibari Mirora was 12 years old. Same time, she was in the main cast of the movie "Kanashiki Kuchibue", it was the first time for her to play the lead role in a film. She sang and danced "Kanashiki Kuchibue" in a black tailcoat and black silk hat. She was adorable and her record and movie were nation hits. She became very famous since then. Her legacy will live on forever.
Hibari Misora in the movie "Kanashiki Kuchibue"
(Photo Source: Wikipedia)
Technique: Silkscreen
Paper size: 17 and 3/8 inches wide by 17 and 1/2 inches tall (44 x 44.5 cm)
Image size: 13 and 3/4 inches wide by 13 and 3/4 inches tall (35 x 35 cm)
Sheet number: 333/800
Date: 1996
Signed: Artist signature “Tatsumi” on the lower left of the image. “Hibari” red seal on the bottom margin.
Condition: Excellent condition.
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- Love Letter from Ukiyo Fuzoku Mime Kurabe -
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Japanese woodblock print "Love Letter" from ”浮世風俗美女競” Ukiyo Fuzoku Mime Kurabe (from the series Customs of the Floating World: A Contest of Beautiful Women) is by Eisen Keisai (1790 - 1848). Originally produced in the Edo period (1818-1830), this is a re-carved edition, published by Kyoto Hanga-in in the Showa period (Ca.1950). Eisen was a Japanese Ukiyo-e artist who specialized in Bijin-ga.
Publisher Name: Kyoto Hanga-in Shinagawa-ban, Carver name: Harada Kame, Printer name; Ito Satoshi on the left margin. Titled "Ukiyo Fuzoku Mime Kurabe" on the upper right, Subtitle (poem) in the square box on the upper left. Signature "Keisai Eisen- ga", "Kiwame" censor's seal, and original publisher's seal "Wakayo" from (Wakasaya Yoichi) on the right edge of the image. Very tasteful Bijinga print.
Technique: Woodblock
Print size: 10 and 7/8 x 16 and 1/8 inches (27.7 x 41 cm)
Image size: 10 x 15 inches (25.4 x 38 cm)
Printed: Ca.1950
Signed: Artist name "Eisen-ga" on the right edge of the image.
Condition: Overall good condition for its age with paper toning. Please see the pictures.
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- Bijin and Full Moon -
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The print was produced as a kuchie frontispiece for a novel (title is unknown) in a literary magazine titled Bungei Kurabu magazine, Vol 12, No.10 in 1906 (Meiji 39 nen). Red seal "Keishu" on the lower right corner.
Artist: Keishu Takeuchi (1861-1943)
Date: Meiji 39 (1906)
Paper size: 9 and 3/8 x14 and 1/4 inches (23.7 x 36.3 cm)
Condition: Good condition for its age. Original Kuchi-e fold lines. Excellent colors and details. Minor soils, crease, and foxing as shown. Please see the photos for details.
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- Uchu Yugaeri from the series, Fuzoku Azuma no Nishiki (Three Beauties in the Rain from the Current Manners in Eastern Brocade) -
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Japanese woodblock print "Uchu Yugaeri” 雨中湯帰り from the series, “Fuzoku Azuma no Nishiki”風俗東之錦 (Current Manners in Eastern Brocade) is by Kiyonaga Torii (1752-1815) This beautiful print depicts three young women walking dashingly while talking after taking a bath. Originally printed in 1783. This is a recarved edition by Kyoto Hanga in. (1980's) Publisher's seal, carver's name 'Endo" and printer's name "Ito" and publisher's red seal on the left margin. Wonderful colors and beautifully embossed. High-quality woodblock print by the famous publisher. Please see the beautiful details.
Technique: Woodblock
Print size: 10 and 7/8 x 16 and 1/8 inches (27.7 x 41 cm)
Image size: 9 and 3/4 x 14 and 3/4 inches (24.8 x 37.5 cm)
Date: Showa era (1980's)
Signed: Signature on the right side of the image
Condition: Good condition. Minor foxing on the top margin and on the top area of the image. Please see the picture. There are drying holes on the left margin as shown. Once tipped.
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- Usugoromo Naniwa no Onna (Woman in loose summer Kimono) -
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Beautiful Bijin-ga woodblock print "Usugoromo Naniwa no Onna" (Woman in loose summer Kimono) is by Goyo Hashiguchi. Published by Tanseisha. Wonderful colors. Goyo's signature, artist's red seal, and the original date in the right of the image. Carver's name; Sadao Uetani, Printer's name; Mitsuo Hasizume, Narazaki supervisor's seal, and Tanseisha's publisher seal on the left margin.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 12 and 1/2 x 18 and 1/2 inches (31.7 x 47 cm)
Image size: 10 and 7/8 x 17 and 1/4 inches (27.6 x 43.8 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: Originally published in 1920. This print is a later edition (circa the 1980s)
Signed: Goyo's signature and seal in the lower right of the image.
Condition: Very good condition.
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- Geiko (Geisha) -
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Beautiful Bijin-ga print " Geiko" (Geisha) is by Goyo Hashiguchi. Published by Tansei-sha. Very beautiful mica background and nice colors. Goyo's signature, artist's red seal, and original date on the right side of the image. Carver's name; Sadao Uetani, Printer's name; Kurazo Yoneda, Narazaki supervisor's seal, and Tanseisha's publisher seal on the left margin. This print was published in October (Autumn), so it shows a seasonal reference to reddening maple leaves. The only apparent concession to Western taste is the gold ring on the left finger. Absolutely beautiful Bijin print.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 12 and 1/4 x 18 and 5/8 inches (31 x 47.2 cm)
Image size: 11 x 17 and 1/4 inches (28 x 43.8 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: Originally published in 1920. This print is a later edition (the 1980s)
Signed: Goyo's signature and seal on the right side of the image.
Condition: Excellent condition. Typical printer's ink smudges on the right margin as shown.
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- Natsu Yosoi no Musume (Young Woman in a Summer Kimono) -
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Beautiful Bijin-ga print "Natsu Yosoi no Musume" (Young Woman in a Summer Kimono) is by Goyo Hashiguchi. Published by Tansei-sha. Carver's name; Sadao Uetani, Printer's name; Mitsuo Hashizume, Narazaki supervisor's seal, and Tanseisha's publisher seal on the left margin. Superb detailed carving. Very beautiful mica background, embossing to Kimono and very nice colors. Goyo's signature, artist's red seal, square red seal (title), and original date on the lower-left corner of the image. This print is one of only 16-lifetime images done by Goyo. This is a larger size than other his prints. Please see the last picture, you can see the difference.
Technique Woodblock
Paper size: 12 and 5/8 x 21 and 3/8 inches (32 x 54.3 cm)
Imagr size: 11 and 5/8 x 20 and 3/4 inches (29.4 x 52.7 cm)
Sheet number : N/A
Date: Originally published 1920. This print is a later edition (the 1980s)
Signed: Goyo's signature and artist's red seal on the lower-left corner of the image.
Condition: Excellent condition. Typical printer's ink smudges on the right margin as shown.
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- Choji-ya Misayama (Beauty Misayama of the Choji-ya) -
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Japanese woodblock print "Choji-ya Misayama" (Beauty Misayama of the Choji-ya) is by Utamaro Kitagawa (1753-1806). Originally printed in the 1790s. This is a recarved edition by Kyoto Hanga in. Publisher seal, carver's name 'Endo" and printer's name "Tochigi" and publisher's red seal on the left margin. Wonderful colors and beautifully embossed. Fine silver mica background. High-quality woodblock print by the famous publisher. Please see the beautiful details.
Technique: Woodblock
Print size: 10 and 5/8 x 16 inches (27 x 40.5 cm)
Image size: 9 and 1/2 x 14 and 3/4 inches (24 x 37.5 cm)
Date: Showa era (1960's)
Signed: Signature on the left side of the image
Condition: Good condition. Very minor toning. A few minor ink smudges on the margin edge. Minor spots on the top margin. They are very minor and will be matted out. Please see the pictures.
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- Moegi-iro no (Light Green) -
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This amazing etching print "Moegi-iro no" (Light Green) is by Ushio Takahashi. This is pencil signed by the artist and titled in Japanese by the artist. Paper has a deeply embossed “Ushio Takahashi" seal. Limited edition size of only 95 sheets. Please see the superb details in this print. This is one of his best works. His prints are in several Japanese and Korean museums.
Technique: Mezzotint etching
Paper size: 19 and 3/4 inches x 16 and 1/4 inches (50 x 41.2 cm)
Image size: 15 and 5/8 inches x 11 and 5/8 inches (39.5 x 29.5 cm)
Sheet number: 89/95
Date: N/A
Signed: Artist hand-signed on the bottom margin
Condition: Pristine condition
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- Miss Kobe -
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The unique Western-style woodblock print "Miss Kobe" is by Hide Kawanishi (1894-1965). This print depicts a modern Kobe girl against Kobe port. Very bold and strong colors. This was later printed in 1979. (posthumous printing)
Hide Kawasnishi was born in Kobe. He never left his hometown. His modernist and exotic landscape of Kobe continues to fascinate people both inside and outside Japan. He is one of the pioneer artists of the Sosaku Hanga movement. (Taisho - Early Showa era)
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 9 and 3/8 x 11 and 1/4 inches (23.7 x 28.5 cm)
Image size: 7 and 1/2 x 9 inches (19 x 22.7 cm)
Sheet number: VI/XV (edition 6/15) Extra 15 sheets were produced after the limited edition.
Date: 1979
Signed: Artist red round seal "Hide" in Hiragana on the lower right corner of the image and a red square seal "Hide" in Kanji on the lower right margin.
Condition: Very good condition. A tiny spot on the upper left corner is a fiber from the handmade paper process. Please see the last picture.
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- Kasen Koi no bu, Fukaku shinobu koi (Deeply Hidden Love from Anthology of Poems: The Love Section)
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Japanese woodblock print "Kasen Koi no bu, Fukaku shinobu koi (Deeply Hidden Love from Anthology of Poems: The Love Section) is by Utamaro Kitagawa (1753-1806). Originally printed in the Edo period. This is a recarved edition by Kyoto Hanga in. Publisher seal, carver's name 'Endo" and printer's name "Ito" and publisher's red seal on the left margin. Wonderful colors and beautifully embossed. Fine silver mica background. High-quality woodblock print by the famous publisher. Please see the beautiful details.
Technique: Woodblock
Print size: 11 x 16 and 1/4 inches (28 x 41.2 cm)
Image size: 9 and 5/8 x 14 and 7/8 inches (24.4 x 37. cm)
Date: Showa era (1980's)
Signed: Signature on the lower left of the image
Condition: Excellent condition.
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- Edo Murasaki Meisho Genji, Mitate Ukifune, Sumidagawa no Watashi -
Hiroshige Utagawa (1797 - 1858)
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This charming Bijin-ga woodblock print is by Hiroshige Ando. Wonderful details and beautifully embossed. The Japanese title is "Edo Murasaki Meisho Genji, Mitate Ukifune, Sumidagawa no Watashi" English translation is "Parody of the 'Ukifune"(Floating boat) chapter: Ferry on the Sumida River - From the series "Famous Places in Edo and Murasaki (Tale of Genji)". This print is a later printing in the Taisho era. The publisher is Koazuma Nishikie Hozonkai. Hiroshige Ando (1797 - 1858) was a Japanese ukiyo-e artist, considered the last great master of that tradition. Hiroshige is best known for his landscapes, such as the series "The Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido", "The Sixty-nine Stations of the Kiso Kaido" and "One Hundred Famous View of Edo".
Technique: Woodblock
Date: c.1920 (Originally 1840's, This is a later printing in the Taisho era)
Paper size (print size) : 8 and 1/2 x 11 and 5/8 inches (21.5 x 29.5 cm)
Condition: Very good condition with minor toning.
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-Daimonji ya Hitomoto (Beauty Hitomoto) -
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Japanese woodblock print "Daimonji ya Hitomoto (Beauty Hitomoto) is by Utamaro Kitagawa (1753-1806). Originally printed in 1799. (Kansei 11 nen) This is a recarved edition by Kyoto Hanga in. Publisher seal, carver's name 'Endo" and printer's name "Ito" and publisher's red seal on the left margin. Wonderful colors and beautifully embossed. Fine silver mica background. High-quality woodblock print by the famous publisher. Please see the beautiful details.
Technique: Woodblock
Print size: 10 and 3/4 x 16 and 1/8 inches (27.2 x 41 cm)
Image size: 9 and 5/8 x 14 and 13/4 inches (24.4 x 37.5 cm)
Date: Showa era (1980's)
Signed: Signature on the right side of the image
Condition: Excellent condition.
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- Shunsui (Spring Water) -
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The print was produced as a kuchie frontispiece for a novel 春水 "Shunsui" from Bungei Kurabu magazine, Vol 15, No.5 in 1909. Very delicate and gentle mood. Artist name "Toshimine" with a red seal on the lower right.
Artist: Toshimine Tsutsui (1863-1934)
Date: Meiji 42 (1909)
Size 8 and 5/8 x 11 and 3/4 inches (22 x 30 cm)
Condition: Very good overall. Original Kuchi-e fold lines. Excellent colors and details. Very minor soils and crease as shown. Please see photos for details.
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- Takigawa (Beauty Takigawa) -
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Japanese woodblock print "Takigawa - Touji Zensei Bijin Zoroi"(Beauty Takigawa from the series The famous Beautys of that time) is by Utamaro Kitagawa (1753-1806). Beauty Takigawa is one of the most famous Yoshiwara courtesans. Originally printed in 1794. (Kansei 6 nen) This is a recarved edition by Kyoto Hanga in. Publisher seal, carver name 'Endo" and printer name "Ito" and publisher's red seal on the left margin. Wonderful colors. Beautifully embossed. High-quality woodblock print by the famous publisher. Please see the beautiful details.
Technique: Woodblock
Print size: 10 and 3/4 x 16 and 1/8 inches (27.2 x 41 cm)
Image size: 9 and 7/8 x 15 and 1/4 inches (25.2 x 38.7 cm)
Date: Showa era (1980's)
Signed: Signature on the lower right of the image
Condition: Excellent condition. A few minor ink spots into the image (next to the black kimono)
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- Bijin no Kaisuiyoku (Beach Girl) -
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Very lovely woodblock print "Bijin no Kaisuiyoku" (Beach Girl) is by Kogyo Terasaki (1866-1919). This is a re-carved edition of original kuchi-e first published by Bungei Kurabu which was a very popular literary magazine in the Meiji era. Signed "Kogyo" with artist seal. This elegant larger re-carved edition by Soudosha Publishers from a limited edition series of only 980 sheets and published on October 1, 1977. Lightly embossed. Authentic hand-carved and hand-printed Japanese woodblock print. This is a very popular print.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 5/8 inches by 15 and 1/2 inches (27 x 39.5 cm)
Image size: 9 inches by 13 and 3/8 inches (23 x 34 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: N/A
Signed: "Kogyo" with artist seal" in the lower right of the image.
Condition: Pristine condition. Faintest printer's ink smudge on the right margin (edge) which will be easily matted out.
Beach girl in the Meiji era
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- Nara no shika (Deer at Nara) -
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Breathtaking woodblock print "Nara no shika" (Deer at Nara) is by Shiro Kasamtsu (1898 - 1992). This is one of my favorite Kasamatsu prints. The publisher is Watanabe. It has a Watanabe "D"seal (1931-1941) on the lower-right margin. Title "Nara no shika" on the left margin. A beautiful girl with a bright-colored Kimono and adorable deer against the subtle background. The girl is feeding the Shika senbei (Cracker for the deer) to the deer. Really heartwarming and charming subject. This print is really hard to find.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 5/8 by 15 and 5/8 inches (27 x 39.5 cm)
Image size: 9 and 3/4 by 14 and 5/8 inches (24.7 x 37.2 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: Early Showa (1931-1941)
Signature: "Shiro" in the lower right of the image.
Condition: Outstanding condition
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- Hana Fubuki (Shower of Cherry Blossoms) -
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This extremely rare woodblock print "花吹雪- Hana Fubuki" (Shower of Cherry Blossoms) is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). From "Five Figures of Modern Beauties" (現代美人風俗五態 - Gendai Bijin Fuzoku Gotai). Published by Nihon Hanga Kenkyusho. Publisher seal, pencil numbered, and hand-signed in bottom margin. Red Tatsumi seal and Tatsumi characters in the upper righ of the image. Carver's seal Chushichi Nakagawa and the printer's seal Ryuji Onodera in the right margin. The deeply embossed title "Hana Fubuki" in Kanji in center bottom margin. His print shows the beauty in one moment of a Japanese woman's natural gesture, Highly detailed carving. Beautiful colors. Lightly embossed. Absolutely stunning handmade woodblock print. This is an icon of the very best Japanese skill in woodblock prints.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 11 and 1/8 x 18 and 1/2 inches (28.2 x 47 cm)
Image size: 10 and 1/8 x 14 and 7/8 inches (25.5 x 38 cm)
Sheet number: 123/300
Date: 1980 (Showa 55 nen)
Signed: Handsigned “Tatsumi” on the bottom margin.
Condition: Outstanding condition. Minor toning at the bottom edge and top edge of the paper which will be easily matted out.
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- Oibane (Playing Battledore) -
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This extremely rare woodblock print "追羽根- Oibane" (Playing Battledore) is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). From "Five Figures of Modern Beauties" (現代美人風俗五態 - Gendai Bijin Fuzoku Gotai). Oibane is a Japanese traditional game, played with a rectangular wooden paddle called a hagoita and a brightly colored shuttlecock. Often played by girls at the New Year in those days. Published by Nihon Hanga Kenkyusho. Publisher seal, pencil numbered, and hand-signed in bottom margin. Red Tatsumi seal and Tatsumi characters in the upper right of the image. Carver's seal Chushichi Nakagawa and the printer's seal Ryuji Onodera in the right margin. The deeply embossed title "Oibane" in Kanji in the center bottom margin. Her cheerful expression against a bright color background is so beautiful and refreshing. His print shows the beauty in one moment of a Japanese woman's natural gesture. Highly detailed carving. Beautiful colors. Lightly embossed. Absolutely stunning handmade woodblock print. This is an icon of the very best Japanese skill in woodblock prints.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 11 and 3/8 x 18 and 1/4 inches (29 x 46.5 cm)
Image size: 10 x 14 and 3/4 inches (25 x 37.3 cm)
Sheet number: 123/300
Date: 1980 (Showa 55 nen)
Signed: Handsigned “Tatsumi” on the bottom margin.
Condition: Very good condition. A few minor ink spots on the bottom margin (edge). Minor paper waving. A tiny spot into the image (on the right sleeve of the Kimono) Please see the last picture. It is very minor and hardly noticeable.
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- Natsu Takete (Late Summer) -
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This extremely rare woodblock print "夏たけて- Natsu Takete" (Late Summer) is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). From "Five Figures of Modern Beauties" (現代美人風俗五態 - Gendai Bijin Fuzoku Gotai). Please notice her fan has Hokusai’s “Red Fuji “ design. Published by Nihon Hanga Kenkyusho. Publisher seal, pencil numbered, and hand-signed in bottom margin. Red Tatsumi seal and Tatsumi characters in the upper right of the image. Carver's seal Chushichi Nakagawa and the printer's seal Ryuji Onodera in the right margin. The deeply embossed title "Natsu Takete" in Kanji in center bottom margin. His print shows the beauty in one moment of a Japanese woman's natural gesture. Highly detailed carving. Lightly embossed. Absolutely stunning handmade woodblock print. This is an icon of the very best Japanese skill in woodblock prints.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 11 and 1/4 x 18 and 1/4 inches (28.5 x 46.5 cm)
Image size: 10 x 14 and 7/8 inches (25.4 x 37.8 cm)
Sheet number: 123/300
Date: 1980 (Showa 55 nen)
Signed: Handsigned “Tatsumi” on the bottom margin.
Condition: Outstanding condition.
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- Maihajime (Start of the Dance) -
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This extremely rare woodblock print "舞ひ始め- Maihajime" (Start of the Dance) is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). From "Five Figures of Modern Beauties" (現代美人風俗五態 - Gendai Bijin Fuzoku Gotai). Published by Nihon Hanga Kenkyusho. Publisher seal, pencil numbered, and hand-signed in bottom margin. Red Tatsumi seal and Tatsumi characters in the lower right of the image. Carver's seal Chushichi Nakagawa and the printer's seal Ryuji Onodera in the right margin. The deeply embossed title "Maihajime" in Kanji in center bottom margin. Please notice the beautiful woodgrain on the red Kimono. Also, her expression is very shy and tasteful. His print shows the beauty in one moment of a Japanese woman's natural gesture, This is a very popular print of Five Figures of Modern Beauties prints. Highly detailed carving. Skillfully over-printed hairlines. Beautiful colors. Lightly embossed. Absolutely stunning handmade woodblock print. This is an icon of the very best Japanese skill in woodblock prints.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 11 and 3/8 x 18 and 1/4 inches (29 x 46.5 cm)
Image size: 10 x 14 and 3/4 inches (25 x 37.3 cm)
Sheet number: 123/300
Date: 1980 (Showa 55 nen)
Signed: Handsigned “Tatsumi” on the bottom margin.
Condition: Very good condition. A faint spot on the top margin (left side) and a few very faint spots on the upper left corner of the image which is very minor and hardly noticeable. I think it doesn't affect the image at all. Please see the pictures.
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- One Hundred Aspects of the Moon - Kaimami no Tsuki, Kaoyo (A Glimpse of the Moon - Kaoyo) -
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Kaimami no Tsuki, Kaoyo (A Glimpse of the Moon - Kaoyo) from Tsuki Hyakushi (One Hundred Aspects of the Moon)
Very beautiful woodblock print is by Yoshitoshi Tsukioka (1839-1892). "垣間見の月 かほよ Kaimami no Tsuki, Kaoyo” (A Glimpse of the Moon - Kaoyo) from Tsuki Hyakushi (One Hundred Aspects of the Moon), is a re-carved edition from the Showa era. First printed in 1886 (Meiji 19nen). Signed on the lower left of the image. This elegant re-carved edition is by Ukiyo-e Hanga Kankokai. Published by Nihon Bijutsuga kai. This reproduction set was sold only by the publisher in those days, not at dealers or bookstores. So it is really difficult to find nowadays. Copy right seal, Carver's name, Kenji Okura, Printer's name, Akio Watanabe on the verso. Selected great two carvers (Maeda and Okura) and two printers (Tanaka and Watanabe) worked on this project. It is a really high-quality print. The carving and the printing is faithful to the original. Just stunning and beautiful. Please see the details.
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (1839-1892) is a very famous Ukiyo-e artist. In 1850, when he was 11 years old, Yoshitoshi was apprenticed to Utagawa Kuniyoshi, one of the great masters of the Japanese woodblock print. Yoshitoshi created modern ukiyo-e depicting warriors, actors, and Bijin.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 5/8 inches by 15 and 7/8 inches (27 x 40.3 cm)
Image size: 8 and 7/8 inches by 13 inches (22.5 x 33 cm)
Condition: New Condition. Once tipped on the upper left edge of verso.
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Kiseru (Pipe)
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Beautiful Bijin-ga woodblock print "KISERU" (Pipe) is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). Limited Edition 421 of 450. Limited edition size of 450 sheets. Carver name; Kentaro Maeda, Printer name; Ritsuzo Sato on the lower right margin. Yuyudo Publisher seal on the lower left margin. Large red seal "Tatsumi Kenin" in the lower margin reads, "Tatsumi seal of approval". Soft bokashi shading on the background. There is an interesting notation about this print in the book on Tatsumi's works. "The hand does not reach the itchy place. The pipe has done the hand substituting of the grandchild. It is not wise to do such a thing with the public..." However, probably this mature woman's gesture looked very cute and sexy in Tatsumi's eyes.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 19 by 16 and 1/4 inches (48 x 41 cm)
Image size: 17 and 1/2 by 14 and 3/4 inches (44.7 x 37.3 cm)
Sheet number: 421/450
Date: N/A
Signed: Artist name“Tatsumi” and a red seal located in the lower left of the image
Condition: Good condition. A pinhead size spot in the image and a few pinhead size spots on verso as shown. They are not noticeable to the casual observer unless pointed out. Please see the last four pictures. This print looks much better in person than in pictures.
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Rafu (Nude - Red)
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Very popular stencil print (called Kappa-ban) "Rafu" (Nude -Red) is by Yoshitoshi Mori (1898-1992). Simple, bold, and impressive. Strong colors and wonderful contrast. Nice ink bleeds through Japanese handmade washi paper.
Technique: Stencil print (called Kappa-ban)
Paper size: 14 and 1/2 inches by 20 and 1/2 inches (37 x 52cm)
Sheet number: 42/300
Date: 1974
Signed: Artist signed "Y. Mori" by pencil and red seal on the lower right of the image
Condition: Outstanding condition. The faintest ink smudge on the upper left corner which will be easily matted out. Once taped on the edge of verso. Please see the picture.
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Tamoto (Sleeves)
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This extremely rare woodblock print "Tamoto" (Sleeves) is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). A woman that Shimura drew is very delicate and elegant. The neutral color creates a genteel atmosphere. Her black hair and obi sash against the neutral color creates an amazing contrast. Her pink coral hair ornament adds a charming accent to this lovely print. Limited edition size of only 200 sheets. Carver name; Kentaro Maeda, Printer name; Keizo Sato, and large red "Tatsumi Kenin" seal in the lower right margin reads, "Tatsumi seal of approval". This print is extremely rare and highly desirable for collectors.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 19 and 1/4 by 16 and 1/4 inches (49 x 41.2 cm)
Image size: 16 and 7/8 by 14 and 1/2 inches (43 x 37 cm)
Sheet number: 193/200
Date: N/A
Signed: Artist name“Tatsumi” and a red seal located in the lower right of the image
Condition: Very good condition. Slight mat line on the margin. A few minor spots on the right margin. Minor paper crease on the bottom margin (edge) Tape residue on the verso as shown. They are all minor and don't affect the beautiful image at all. Please see the picture.
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One Hundred Aspects of the Moon -Akazome Emon Viewing the Moon from Her Palace Chambers
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小夜の月- Sayo no tsuki (Akazome Emon Viewing the Moon from Her Palace Chambers) from Tsuki Hyakushi (One Hundred Aspects of the Moon)
Very beautiful woodblock print is by Yoshitoshi Tsukioka (1839-1892). "Sayo no tsuki" (Akazome Emon Viewing the Moon from Her Palace Chambers) from Tsuki Hyakushi (One Hundred Aspects of the Moon), this is a re-carved edition from the Showa era. First printed Meiji 20 nen (1887). Signed on the right of the image. This elegant re-carved edition is by Ukiyo-e Hanga Kankokai. Published by Nihon Bijutsuga kai. This reproduction set was sold only by the publisher in those days, not at the bookstores or dealers. So it is really difficult to find nowadays. Copyright seal, Carver's name, Kentaro Maeda, Printer's name, Sakuji Tanaka on the verso. Selected great two carvers (Maeda and Okura) and two printers (Tanaka and Watanabe) worked on this project. It is a really high-quality print. The carving and the printing is faithful to the original. Just stunning and beautiful. Please see the details.
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi(1839-1892) is a very famous Ukiyo-e artist. In 1850, when he was 11 years old, Yoshitoshi was apprenticed to Utagawa Kuniyoshi, one of the great masters of the Japanese woodblock print. Yoshitoshi created modern ukiyo-e depicting warriors, actors, and Bijin.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 1/2 inches by 15 and 1/2 inches (26.5 x 39.5 cm)
Image size: 8 and 7/8 inches by 13 and 1/8 inches (22.5 x 33.3 cm)
Condition: Pristine Condition. A few very minor spots on the left and top margin which will be easily matted out. Please see the last two pictures.
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One Hundred Aspects of the Moon - Kaga Chiyo (Lady Chiyo)
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Kaga Chiyo (Lady Chiyo) from Tsuki Hyakushi (One Hundred Aspects of the Moon)
Very beautiful woodblock print is by Yoshitoshi Tsukioka (1839-1892). "加賀千代-Kaga Chiyo" (Lady Chiyo) from Tsuki Hyakushi (One Hundred Aspects of the Moon), is a re-carved edition from the Showa era. First printed in 1889. Signed on the lower right of the image. This elegant re-carved edition is by Ukiyo-e Hanga Kankokai. Published by Nihon Bijutsuga kai. This reproduction set was sold only by the publisher in those days, not at dealers or bookstores. So it is really difficult to find nowadays. Copy right seal, Carver's name, Kentaro Maeda, Printer's name, Sakuji Tanaka on the verso. Selected great two carvers (Maeda and Okura) and two printers (Tanaka and Watanabe) worked on this project. It is a really high-quality print. The carving and the printing is faithful to the original. Just stunning and beautiful. Please see the details.
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi(1839-1892) is a very famous Ukiyo-e artist. In 1850, when he was 11 years old, Yoshitoshi was apprenticed to Utagawa Kuniyoshi, one of the great masters of the Japanese woodblock print. Yoshitoshi created modern ukiyo-e depicting warriors, actors, and Bijin.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 1/2 inches by 15 and 1/2 inches (26.5 x 39.5 cm)
Image size: 8 and 7/8 inches by 13 and 1/8 inches (22.5 x 33.3 cm)
Condition: New Condition. Minor ink smudge on the lower left margin and a few minor spots on the top margin which will be easily matted out. Please see the picture.
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Hatsu haru (New Year)
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Amazing woodblock print "Hatsu haru" (New Year) is by Shinmei Kato (1910-1998). This is a lovely Bijin-ga woodblock print. Adorable Maiko (geisha) against bright colors. Very cheerful and colorful. Beautiful gold and silver-colored metallic pigments on her hair-ornaments, Kimono, and Obi sash.
Published by Takamizawa. The title "Hatsu haru" on the upper left margin. Carver name "Shigeo Kijima" and Printer name "Hiroshi Orihara" on the lower left margin. "Hanken Shoyu - Kondo Koshiro" (Copyright -Koshiro Kondo) on the lower right margin.
Artist hand-signed "Shinmei" and edition number "5/350" in Japanese old Kanji on the label on verso. A red "Takamizawa" publisher seal and publisher's owner "Kondo" seal on verso as well. Watermarked "Shinmei" on the upper left margin (corner).
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 14 and 1/8 inches x 17 and 7/8 inches (36 x 45.5 cm)
Image size: 12 and 5/8 inches x 16 and 1/8 inches (32 x 41 cm)
Sheet number: 5 /350
Date: 1979 (Showa 54)
Signed: Artist red seal in the lower left of the image. Artist hand-signed "Shinmei" on verso.
Condition: Very good condition. A tiny spot on the bottom margin which is hardly noticeable and will be easily matted out. Once tipped on top corners of verso. Please see the pictures.
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Ikoi (Relaxation)
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This extremely rare woodblock print "Ikoi" (Relaxation) is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). Limited Edition 105 of 300. Limited edition size of only 300 sheets. Carver name; Kentaro Maeda, Printer name; Ritsuzo Sato on the lower right margin. Large red "Tatsumi Kenin" seal in the lower right margin reads, "Tatsumi seal of approval". A beautiful woman's image at her relaxing time. This cool beauty in summer Kimono is truly elegant. This print is extremely rare and highly desirable for collectors.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 19 and 5/8 by 16 and 1/4 inches (50 x 41 cm)
Image size: 17 by 1/4 by 7 and 1/8 inches (43.7 x 37 cm)
Sheet number: 105/300
Date: N/A
Signed: Artist name“Tatsumi” and a red seal located in the lower right of the image
Condition: Excellent condition. Tape residue on verso as shown. The image part is superb.
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Shirabe (Enchanting Melody)
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Beautiful woodblock print "Shirabe" (Enchanting Melody) is by Shinmei Kato (1910-1998). Lovely Maiko is playing the Japanese 鼓(Tsuzumi - traditional hand drum) which is used in traditional Japanese music. This is a gorgeous Bijin-ga woodblock print with spectacular colors. Beautifully embossed. You can see the beautiful Baren mark on the background. Her hair ornament, make-up, and nail polish are soft pink color like a cherry blossom. And these add a precious and fresh atmosphere to this beautiful print.
Published by Takamizawa. The title "Shirabe" on the upper right margin. Carver name "Shigeru Koike" and Printer name "Hiroshi Orihara" on the lower left margin. "Hanken Shoyu - Kondo Koshiro" (Copyright - Koshiro Kondo) on the lower right margin. Edition number "121/300" in Japanese old Kanji is stamped on the label on verso. Artist hand-signed "Shinmei" and red "Takamizawa" publisher seal on the label on verso as well. Watermarked "Shinmei" on the upper left margin (corner).
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 17 and 3/4 inches x 20 and 3/4 inches (45 x 52.7 cm)
Image size: 14 and 7/8 inches x 17 and 7/8 inches (37.7 x 45.5 cm)
Sheet number: 121/300
Date: 1979 (Showa 54 )
Signed: Artist name and red seal in the upper right of the image.
Condition Pristine condition, Full margins. Very bold and beautiful.
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Mai ougi (Fan for Japanese Dance)
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Extremely rare woodblock print "Mai Ougi" (Fan for Japanese Dance) is by Shinmei Kato (1910-1998). 舞扇(Mai ougi) is a folding fan used in Japanese dances. This is a gorgeous Bijin-ga woodblock print with spectacular colors. The background is printed in gold mica. Her kimono, make-up, and nail polish are soft pink color like a cherry blossom. And these add a precious and fresh atmosphere to this beautiful print.
Published by Takamizawa. The title "Mai ougi" on the upper right margin. Carver name "Shigeru Koike" and Printer name "Hiroshi Orihara" on the lower left margin. "Hanken Shoyu - Kondo Koshiro" (Copyright -Koshiro Kondo) on the lower right margin. Edition number "121/300" in Japanese old Kanji is stamped on the label on verso. Artist hand-signed "Shinmei" and red "Takamizawa" publisher seal on the label on verso as well. Watermarked "Shinmei" on the upper left margin (corner).
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 17 and 3/4 inches x 20 and 3/4 inches (45 x 52.7 cm)
Image size: 14 and 7/8 inches x 17 and 7/8 inches (37.7 x 45.5 cm)
Sheet number: 121/300
Date: 1979 (Showa 54 )
Signed: Artist name and red seal in the upper right of the image.
Condition Pristine condition, Full margins. Very bold and beautiful.
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Kosodemaku (A wadded silk garment used as a curtain)
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This rare woodblock print "Kosodemaku" (A wadded silk garment used as a curtain) is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). Carver; Kentaro Maeda, Printer; Ritsuzo Sato, and Publisher; Yuyudo. Carver name, printer name and publisher seal on the lower left margin. Red "Tatsumi Kenin" seal in the lower left margin reads, "Tatsumi seal of approval". Colors are vivid and vibrant and in layers. Please see very highly detailed carving, especially her individual hairlines on the forehead and eyelashes. Absolutely graceful and elegant Bijin print.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 16 and 1/8 inches by 19 and 1/2 inches (41 x 49.5 cm)
Image size: 14 and 3/8 by 17 inches (36.5 x 43 cm)
Sheet number: 153/300
Date: 1983
Signed: Artist signature “Tatsumi” and a red seal located in the lower right of the image
Condition: Outstanding condition. Once taped on the top of verso.
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Beauty in the snow
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Wonderful woodblock print "Beauty in the snow" by un unknown artist. From the series "The Nippon Mokuhan Gashu" (Masterpieces of Old Japanese Colour prints). The publisher is Bijutsusha in Tokyo. Printed in 1928. (Showa 3 nen) Truly elegant Bijin print with amazing details. Please see the pictures.
Judging from the composition and vivacious colouring the picture might have been made by Kuniyoshi. The picture is believed, anyhow, by connoisseurs, to have been drawn in the early days of Meiji.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 7 and 3/4 inches by 12 inches (19.6 x 30.5 cm)
Signed: N/A
Condition: The print is in excellent condition. Still tipped on the original presentation folder.
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Bijin in the Snow
Hiroshige Utagawa (1797 - 1858)
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This charming woodblock print "Bijin in the Snow" is by Hiroshige Ando. This is a later printing. The stamp "COPYRIGHT 1972 BY THE SAKAI COLLECTION TOKYO" on verso.
Hiroshige Ando (1797 - 1858) was a Japanese ukiyo-e artist, considered the last great master of that tradition. Hiroshige is best known for his landscapes, such as the series "The Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido", "The Sixty-nine Stations of the Kiso Kaido" and "One Hundred Famous View of Edo".
Technique: Woodblock
Date: Printed in 1972. (This is a later printing)
Paper size (print size) : 7 x 14 and 1/2 inches (17.5 x 37 cm)
Condition: Good condition. Once tipped on verso. (top corners on verso)
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One Hundred Aspects of the Moon - Cooling off at Shijo -
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Shijo Noryo (Cooling off at Shijo) from Tsuki Hyakushi (One Hundred Aspects of the Moon)
Very beautiful woodblock print is by Yoshitoshi Tsukioka (1839-1892). "Shijo Noryo" (Cooling off at Shijo) from Tsuki Hyakushi (One Hundred Aspects of the Moon), this is re-carved edition from the Showa era. First printed Meiji 18 nen (1885). Signed on the left of the image. This elegant re-carved edition is by Ukiyo-e Hanga Kankokai. Published by Nihon Bijutsuga kai. This reproduction set was sold only by the publisher in those days, not at dealers or bookstores. So it is really difficult to find nowadays. Copy right seal, Carver's name, Kentaro Maeda, Printer's name, Sakuji Tanaka on the verso. Selected great two carvers (Maeda and Okura) and two printers (Tanaka and Watanabe) worked on this project. It is a really high-quality print. The carving and the printing is faithful to the original. Just stunning and beautiful. Please see the details.
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi(1839-1892) is very famous Ukiyo-e artist. In 1850, when he was 11 years old, Yoshitoshi was apprenticed to Utagawa Kuniyoshi, one of the great masters of the Japanese woodblock print. Yoshitoshi created modern ukiyo-e depicting warriors, actors, and Bijin.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 10 and 1/2 inches by 15 and 1/2 inches (26.5 x 39.5 cm)
Image size: 8 and 7/8 inches by 13 and 1/8 inches (22.5 x 33.3 cm)
Condition: Pristine Condition.
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Kuchibeni (Rouge)
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This "Kuchibeni" (Rouge) is one of "Twelve Aspects of Woman". Originally published in 1929. This print is later edition by Aratama Kanko Kai (some people called Ishu Kanko Kai). Limited edition of 100 prints published. Printed on the beautiful Japanese Washi paper with "Sanso" watermarked. Kotondo's signature and seal in the image at the upper right. Carver name, Susumu Ito, the Printer name is Yoshiaki Watanabe and Torii red seal of approval (copyright) and publisher red moneybag seal on the lower left margin. Under the box, Limited edition published seal. Please see incredible Bokashi shading, overprinted hairlines, and beautiful Baren marks on the background. Beautifully embossing especially around her nose and Kimono. Very Japanese in every respect. Perfect Japanese Bijin-ga print.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 13 and 1/8 inches x 19 inches (33 x 48cm)
Image size: 10 and 1/2 x 16 inches (26 x 40.7 cm)
Sheet number: N/A
Date: Originally published in 1929. This print is a later edition.
Signed: Kotondo's signature and seal in the image at upper right
Condition: Excellent condition
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