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Bookstore situated in Tokyo, Japan. Feel free to have a look at our store! For items condition please see photos and comment. Please understand that we occurred a simple check so there might be little oversight. We try to photograph and describe the condition as accurately as possible. Although, the condition of the item may be felt worse than our description due to individual subjectivity. Displayed price is applicable for any number of prints on our store. And it may take longer than the number of days written above. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as gifts. Japan, US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.

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###? AUTHENTIC ORIGINAL – NOT A REPRODUCTION? This is a genuine 19th-century Japanese woodblock print (ukiyo-e) from the Late Edo to Early Meiji period ca. 1850s-1860s, printed from original carved woodblocks during the artist’s lifetime. This is NOT a modern reproduction, reprint, or poster. ### DISTINGUISHED PROVENANCE: THE OWEN LATTIMORE COLLECTION. Leading Expert on China and Central Asia: Lattimore was a renowned Orientalist, author, and educator who spent his formative years in China and traveled extensively throughout Mongolia, Manchuria, and Inner Asia during the 1920s-1930s. Presidential Advisor: Served as advisor to Chiang Kai-shek and Director of Pacific Operations for the U. Office of War Information during WWII. Lattimore’s deep knowledge and appreciation of Asian culture informed his collecting activities. Provenance from such a distinguished scholar significantly enhances the historical and collectible value of this print. His papers are preserved in the Library of Congress and his Asian art collection reflects his scholarly expertise and refined taste. Title: Beauty Holding a Mask. Format: Kakemono-e – Vertical Diptych. Artist: Utagawa Yoshikazu , active ca. Signature: Ichijusai Yoshikazu ga – visible in upper right. Block Cutter/Publisher Mark: (Cho) [possibly Hori Cho]. Date: Circa 1850s-1860s (Late Edo to Early Meiji period). Size: 64 × 22 cm (25.2 × 8.7 inches). Composition: Two joined oban sheets creating the rare kakemono-e format. While Yoshikazu is best known for his Yokohama-e (prints depicting foreigners) and warrior prints, bijin-ga (beauty pictures) in the kakemono-e format are considerably rarer in his oeuvre, making this work particularly desirable for collectors. This print exhibits all characteristics of an authentic original Edo period woodblock print. Original woodblock printing from artist’s lifetime. Hand-carved and hand-printed using traditional methods. Period-appropriate paper with age-consistent yellowing. Authentic artist signature and seals. Two-sheet construction characteristic of kakemono-e format. Period inks showing natural aging patterns. Historical provenance from renowned scholar’s collection. Modern reproductions cannot replicate the texture, paper quality, ink absorption, and aging characteristics visible in this authentic 19th-century print. The print shows age-appropriate characteristics consistent with a 160+ year old work. Overall good structural integrity with both sheets joined. Natural yellowing/oxidation of paper consistent with period. Colors retain reasonable vibrancy. Some visible aging at join line. No major tears or losses. Professional conservation could enhance display quality while preserving authenticity. ### INVESTMENT & COLLECTIBILITY. Authentic original from artist’s lifetime. Rare kakemono-e format. Distinguished Owen Lattimore provenance. Student of master artist Kuniyoshi. Uncommon bijin-ga subject for this artist. Historical and scholarly significance. Serious ukiyo-e collectors seeking authenticated originals. Institutions building Japanese art collections. Collectors of works with distinguished provenance. Scholars of Utagawa school prints. Investors in appreciating Asian art assets. QUESTIONS WELCOME: I’m happy to provide additional photographs or information about this exceptional piece of Japanese art history. Don’t miss this opportunity to own an authentic 19th-century Japanese masterwork from one of the 20th century’s most distinguished Asian scholars’ personal collection!

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Edo Period Japanese Ukiyo-e Woodblock Print Lot (3). Offered here is a group of three original Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints, dating to the Edo period, all attributed to Utagawa Kunisada (also known as Toyokuni III), one of the most prolific and collected artists of the Utagawa school. This lot includes a varied and visually compelling selection of subjects representative of Edo-period popular culture. Beauty (Bijin-ga) – A woman seated and reading a letter, a classic domestic theme. Kabuki Actor Scene (Yakusha-e) – Dramatic theatrical imagery with expressive figures and costume. Genre / Daily Life Scene – A fish market view from Odawara, depicting everyday life and travel. Each print shows hand-printed line work, traditional pigments, and period paper, with visible age consistent with authentic Edo-era impressions. Condition varies across the three, with expected wear including toning, edge wear, creases, surface rubbing, and small losses-nothing unusual for prints of this age. Please review all images closely for details. These are not modern reproductions. This grouping would appeal to. Dealers seeking Edo material. Interior decorators / designers. Anyone looking for authentic Japanese art with historical presence. ? Sizes: Standard oban format approx. 14 x 9 inches each, unframed. ? Provenance: From a private collection.

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Bookstore situated in Tokyo, Japan. Feel free to have a look at our store! This is a reprint, not an original work. Please kindly note that it is a modern reproduction made using traditional Japanese woodblock printing techniques. We are clearly stating in the product description that this is a reprint. We will be unable to respond to complaints based on the assumption that it was an original work. Thank you in advance for your understanding. For items condition please see photos and comment. Please understand that we occurred a simple check so there might be little oversight. We try to photograph and describe the condition as accurately as possible. Although, the condition of the item may be felt worse than our description due to individual subjectivity. Displayed price is applicable for any number of prints on our store. And it may take longer than the number of days written above. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as gifts. Japan, US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.

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###? AUTHENTIC ORIGINAL – NOT A REPRODUCTION? This is a genuine 19th-century Japanese woodblock print (ukiyo-e) from the Late Edo to Early Meiji period ca. 1850s-1860s, printed from original carved woodblocks during the artist’s lifetime. This is NOT a modern reproduction, reprint, or poster. ### DISTINGUISHED PROVENANCE: THE OWEN LATTIMORE COLLECTION. Leading Expert on China and Central Asia: Lattimore was a renowned Orientalist, author, and educator who spent his formative years in China and traveled extensively throughout Mongolia, Manchuria, and Inner Asia during the 1920s-1930s. Presidential Advisor: Served as advisor to Chiang Kai-shek and Director of Pacific Operations for the U. Office of War Information during WWII. Lattimore’s deep knowledge and appreciation of Asian culture informed his collecting activities. Provenance from such a distinguished scholar significantly enhances the historical and collectible value of this print. His papers are preserved in the Library of Congress and his Asian art collection reflects his scholarly expertise and refined taste. Title: Beauty Holding a Mask. Format: Kakemono-e – Vertical Diptych. Artist: Utagawa Yoshikazu , active ca. Signature: Ichijusai Yoshikazu ga – visible in upper right. Block Cutter/Publisher Mark: (Cho) [possibly Hori Cho]. Date: Circa 1850s-1860s (Late Edo to Early Meiji period). Size: 64 × 22 cm (25.2 × 8.7 inches). Composition: Two joined oban sheets creating the rare kakemono-e format. While Yoshikazu is best known for his Yokohama-e (prints depicting foreigners) and warrior prints, bijin-ga (beauty pictures) in the kakemono-e format are considerably rarer in his oeuvre, making this work particularly desirable for collectors. This print exhibits all characteristics of an authentic original Edo period woodblock print. Original woodblock printing from artist’s lifetime. Hand-carved and hand-printed using traditional methods. Period-appropriate paper with age-consistent yellowing. Authentic artist signature and seals. Two-sheet construction characteristic of kakemono-e format. Period inks showing natural aging patterns. Historical provenance from renowned scholar’s collection. Modern reproductions cannot replicate the texture, paper quality, ink absorption, and aging characteristics visible in this authentic 19th-century print. The print shows age-appropriate characteristics consistent with a 160+ year old work. Overall good structural integrity with both sheets joined. Natural yellowing/oxidation of paper consistent with period. Colors retain reasonable vibrancy. Some visible aging at join line. No major tears or losses. Professional conservation could enhance display quality while preserving authenticity. ### INVESTMENT & COLLECTIBILITY. Authentic original from artist’s lifetime. Rare kakemono-e format. Distinguished Owen Lattimore provenance. Student of master artist Kuniyoshi. Uncommon bijin-ga subject for this artist. Historical and scholarly significance. Serious ukiyo-e collectors seeking authenticated originals. Institutions building Japanese art collections. Collectors of works with distinguished provenance. Scholars of Utagawa school prints. Investors in appreciating Asian art assets. QUESTIONS WELCOME: I’m happy to provide additional photographs or information about this exceptional piece of Japanese art history. Don’t miss this opportunity to own an authentic 19th-century Japanese masterwork from one of the 20th century’s most distinguished Asian scholars’ personal collection!

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Framed Woodblock Toyohara Kunichika Modern Beauty with Crane and Koi Kimono 1865. This is a lovely antique original print by Toyohara Kunichika of a beautiful woman wearing a lavish kimono decorated with koi and cranes. Signed and stamped at upper left and lower right. Professionally framed and matted under glass in a gilt wood imitation bamboo frame. The back of the frame has a typed description that reads Kunichika b. 1900 / The beautiful woman Nakagawa of the / Tea house Nakamanji by cherry trees. Date of Issue, Jan. This is part of the triptych Modern Beauties, where he painted some famouse courtesans. Toyohara Kunichika (30 June 1835 – 1 July 1900) was a Japanese woodblock print artist. Talented as a child, at about thirteen he became a student of Tokyo’s then-leading print maker, Utagawa Kunisada. His deep appreciation and knowledge of kabuki drama led to his production primarily of yakusha-e, which are woodblock prints of kabuki actors and scenes from popular plays of the time. An alcoholic and womanizer, Kunichika also portrayed women deemed beautiful (bijinga), contemporary social life, and a few landscapes and historical scenes. Condition: Very good condition. Colors are fresh, some minor creases visible in photos commensurate with age and use. Professionally matted and framed under glass with gilt wooden frame in imitation bamboo. 14 x 10 inches/ framed: 20 1/2 x 16 1/4 ininches. Weight: 4 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!

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This is an early 20th century print based on a work from the late 18th century. The colors are vibrant and the print is striking and pops with the double-matted red/black color scheme in a black frame. It’s size is especially noteworthy, it’s 41″ tall x 21″ wide including frame. The viewable print is about 34″ x 13″.

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