JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY YOSHITOSHI 100 Aspects of the Moon

Moon of the Enemy’s Lair – Yamato-Take no Mikoto, was the third son of emperor Keiko, who reigned from 71-130 AD. The many exploits attributed to him are described in the Kojiki and Nihonji, major histories compiled in the 8th century. We see him here dressed as a woman and concealing his sword. The Emperor […]

Joshua Rome Satsukiame 1984 signed #3 of 100 Woodblock print

Joshua Rome “Satsukiame” 1984 signed #3 of 100 Woodblock print – pre-owned but in beautiful condition – professionally framed – paper backing of frame has three punctures on it and small stain – see pic. Square inside matting containing Woodblock is 11.5 inches x 11.5. Frame is 20′ x 20′ x 1.25′. Joshua Rome 1953-present […]

Lovely UTAMARO Japanese woodblock print TOMIMOTO TOYOHINA

This stunning bijin-ga, or beauty print is, of course, a Kitagawa Utamaro masterwork. Without a doubt, Utamaro Japanese, c. His classic head and shoulders portraits of courtesans, geishas and teahouse waitresses are among the most sought after of all prints. In fact, many serious collectors consider Utamaro’s beauties to be the very soul of Ukiyo, […]