- Ayame (Iris) -
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The elegant woodblock print "Ayame" (Iris) is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). Limited Edition 357 of 450. Tatsumi specialized in Bijin ga - prints of beautiful women. He is most famous for his series "Five Figures of Modern Beauties". This limited edition print is numbered 357of 450. Carver; Torazo Matsuda, Printer; Takeshi Uesugi, and Publisher; Yuyudo. Carver's name and printer's name on the lower right margin and publisher seal on the lower left margin. Artist's signature and the artist's red seal are located in the upper right corner of the image. A large red "Tatsumi Kenin" seal in the lower margin reads, "Tatsumi seal of approval". Stunning original Japanese handmade woodblock print. Bijin (beautiful woman) drawn by Tatsumi is truly elegant and graceful.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 19 and 1/4 inches by 16 inches (49 x 41 cm)
Image size: 17 and 1/2 by 14 and 1/2 inches (44.5 x 37 cm)
Sheet number: 357/450
Date: N/A
Signed: Artist name“Tatsumi” and red seal located in the upper right of the image
Condition: Reduced price due to the condition. Mat line and toning (discoloration) on the margins (along the edge of the image) as shown. Fortunately, there is no spot/foxing in the image. The image part is superb. It comes with a presentation folder (but it is not original). If someone wants to enjoy the image, it would be a great display. Please see the picture.
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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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- Janome (Umbrella) -
$ 1,500.00
This extremely rare woodblock print "Janome" (Umbrella) is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). One of my favorite Shimura prints. "Janome" is an oiled-paper parasol with a bull's-eye design. Limited edition size of only 200 sheets. Published by Yuyudo. 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". Beautiful colors and amazing contrast. This print is extremely rare and highly desirable for collectors. I will ship this print with the mat. The mat has a faint spot on the top-left t side and toning on the edges, however, still looks great with this lovely print.
Technique: Woodblock
Mat size: 23 and 1/2 by 20 and 1/2 inches (60 x 52.5 cm)
Paper size: 18 and 3/4 by 16 and 1/4 inches (48 x 42 cm)
Image size: 17 and 1/4 by 14 and 3/8 inches (44 x 36.5 cm)
Sheet number: 93/200
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 margins, however, it is covered by the mat. Please see the pictures.
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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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- 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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- Marumage (Marumage hair style) -
$ 900.00
This rare woodblock print "丸髷- Marumage" is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). From "Five Figures of Modern Beauties" (現代美人風俗五態 - Gendai Bijin Fuzoku Gotai). "Marumage" is a traditional hairstyle worn by married women in Japan.
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 "Marumage" in Kanji in center bottom margin. His print shows the beauty in one moment of a Japanese woman's natural gesture. Beautiful colors. Lightly embossed. Absolutely stunning original hand Japanese made 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 3/4 inches (25 x 37.5 cm)
Sheet number: 123/300
Date: 1980 (Showa 55 nen)
Signed: Handsigned “Tatsumi” on the bottom margin.
Condition: Very good condition. A tiny spot (pinhead size) on the right edge of the image, please see the last picture.
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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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- Ohkawabata (Sumidagawa Riverside) -
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This extremely rare woodblock print "Ohkawabata" (Sumidagawa Riverside) is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). Limited Edition 117of 200. Limited edition size of only 200 sheets. Carver name; Kentaro Maeda, Printer name; Keizo Sato on the lower right margin. Large red "Tatsumi Kenin" seal in the lower right margin reads, "Tatsumi seal of approval". Beautiful colors and amazing contrast. 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 cm)
Image size: 16 and 7/8 by 14 and 1/4 inches (43 x 36 cm)
Sheet number: 117/200
Date: N/A
Signed: Artist name“Tatsumi” and a red seal located in the lower right corner of the image
Condition: Excellent condition. A few pinhead size spots on the right margin, they are not noticeable unless pointed out. Please see the last pictures. Tape residues on the edges of verso. This is really beautiful print.
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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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Akashicho (Garden corner)
$ 1,300.00
This is an amazing woodblock print "Akashicho" (Garden corner) is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). Tatsumi said about this print, "I feel Akashicho (a very old section of Tokyo) of admiration and admired the depth of the image taste since the founder of a religious sect Kiyokata* died. They were many kept girls by a man in Tsukiji of the Meiji era. The woman who appeared to see off the man who returned early in the morning of early fall. The empty sadness that does not know when he next comes. She put a kimono ( called Awase) on chest (heart) on the bare skin unintentionally in unlined clothes, the morning when it is cold. Few flowers of the reluctance of leaving look like just a woman standing still."
Carver; Kentaro Maeda, Printer; Ritsuzo Sato, and Publisher; Yuyudo. Carver name and printer name on the lower right margin and publisher seal on the lower left margin. Red "Tatsumi Kenin" seal in the lower right margin reads, "Tatsumi seal of approval". Colors are vivid and vibrant and in layers. Lightly embossed. Absolutely beautiful original Japanese handmade woodblock print.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 19 and 1/2 inches by 16 and 1/2 inches (49.5 x 42 cm)
Image size: 17 and 1/2 by 15 inches (44.5 x 38 cm)
Sheet number: 197/450
Date: Printed in 1980
Signed: Artist signature “Tatsumi” and red seal located in the upper right of the image
Condition: Excellent condition.
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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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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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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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Kuchibeni (Lip Stick)
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This is an amazing woodblock print "Kuchibeni" (Lip Stick) is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). Tatsumi said about this print, "A geisha wears lined Kimono (called "Awase") on the bare skin in the bath up. An earnest thing does not have the face of a woman staring at a mirror. This is the scene where she has finished attaching lipstick to. Her hairstyle is called " Tsubushi Shimada". Some middle-aged Geisha do this hairstyle. Tatsumi expressed "stylish Geisha" wonderfully. Carver; Kentaro Maeda, Printer; Ritsuzo Sato, and Publisher; Yuyudo. Carver name and printer name on the lower right margin and publisher seal on the lower left margin. Small red "Tatsumi Kenin" seal in the lower margin reads, "Tatsumi seal of approval". Colors are vivid and vibrant and in layers. Lightly embossed. Absolutely stunning original Japanese handmade woodblock print.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 19 and 1/2 inches by 16 inches (49.5 x 41 cm)
Image size: 17 and 1/2 by 14 and 1/2 inches (33 x 33 cm)
Sheet number: 62/450
Date: Printed in 1980
Signed: Artist signature “Tatsumi” and a red seal located in the lower right of the image
Condition: Good condition with minor toning. A faint mat line into the edge of the image. A few very minor spots in the image, please see the last two pictures. They are hardly noticeable unless pointed out. Tiny tape residue on the verso.
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Shitaku (Preparations)
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This is a breathtaking woodblock print "Shitaku" (Preparations) is by Tatsumi Shimura (1907-1980). Carver; Kentaro Maeda, Printer; Takeshi Uesugi, and Publisher; Yuyudo. Carver name and printer name on the lower right margin and publisher seal on the lower left margin. Red "Tatsumi Kenin" seal in lower right margin reads, "Tatsumi seal of approval". Colors are vivid and vibrant and in layers. Lightly embossed. Absolutely stunning original Japanese handmade woodblock print.
Technique: Woodblock
Paper size: 19 and 1/4 inches by 16 and 1/4 inches (49 x 41 cm)
Image size: 17 and 5/8 by 14 and 3/4 inches (47.2 x 37.5 cm)
Sheet number: 431/450
Date: 1987
Signed: Artist signature “Tatsumi” and a red seal located in lower right of the image
Condition: Excellent condition. Two minor tape stains on the bottom edge on verso, it shows from the front. Please see the pictures.
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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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