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Printed on thin washi and hand-colored, then mounted to a thicker backing sheet as typical for the period. No modern halftone dots under magnification. Sheet shows age toning, foxing, and edge wear consistent with a 100+ year-old print. Image still bright and detailed. 12 x 8 (image).

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ISODA KORYUSAI Edo Woodblock Print Bijin Courtesan Summer Scene Meiwa. Furyu Natsu no Dansei. (“Summer Scene: Courtesan and Young Man”). Series: Bijin-ga (“Portraits of Beautiful Women”). Artist’s Signature: (Koryusai hitsu – “Drawn by Koryusai”). Note: though often attributed to Katsukawa Shunsho, the signature here reads “Koryusai hitsu, ” indicating it may in fact be by Isoda Koryusai, Shunsho’s student and close contemporary. 1770s (Meiwa era, Edo period). Medium: Woodblock print, ink and light color on handmade washi paper. Dimensions: 8.5″ x 6.25″. Print bears the artist’s seal “Koryusai hitsu, ” confirming authorship by Isoda Koryusai , c. Koryusai was known for elegant, elongated figures and refined domestic scenes rather than theatrical subjects. The calligraphy at the top of the print likely forms a. (playful poem), commonly featured in his works of the 1770s. Comparable prints are housed in the British Museum and the Tokyo National Museum. Impressions by Koryusai that are a smaller size like this print typically range from. Retail / Gallery Value. Coloring: The pigments have largely oxidized to sepia and gray tones, with very faint remaining coloration – consistent with mid-18th century prints where vegetable dyes have faded naturally. Paper & Edges: Warm, evenly toned handmade washi with visible fiber structure. Mild softening and rounding at corners. Very small loss on both bottom edges. Foxing & Staining: Moderate foxing and age toning throughout, especially along upper and lower margins. Minor discoloration near right border. No major tears or repairs visible. Overall Assessment: Authenticity indicators are strong – original paper, wear pattern, and pigment behavior all consistent with 18th-century production. Linework remains crisp and elegant. Condition Summary: Good to fair overall. Even toning with scattered foxing and edge wear typical of late 18th-century washi. Ink lines remain clear, with minor fading of pigments. A fine and genuine example of Koryusai’s early bijin-ga work – elegant, atmospheric, and historically significant. The backing boards will be covered in a moisture wrap for further protection against liquid and will then be wrapped in bubble wrap for shock absorption. If you have questions, please ask before purchasing.

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Item Description? This is a framed Japanese woodblock print by Yoshitoshi Mori titled “Edo Bijin to Yagura Dokei, ” featuring a beautiful woman from the Edo period alongside a traditional turret clock. Title: Edo Bijin to Yagura Dokei. Type: Japanese woodblock print. Style: Nihonga (Japanese-style painting). 20.6in x 16.1in (52.5cm x 41cm). Dust and stains on the frame. Some signs of wear due to age and storage. Note? Please refer to the photos for further details. And please understand what we can. International Buyers + Please Note. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – the US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for visiting our product page. Your interest in our products means the world to us. We take pride in delivering top-quality items and exceptional service. Rest assured, your order will be treated with the utmost care. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

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Formal Name: Bijin Tanabatazu (Beautiful women in tanabata). Contents: 1 Wood block print A piece from the 1918 special edition of “Ukiyo-e Ha Gashu”. Originally handwritten on paper. Year of publication: 1918. Size: 41×17cm (16.1×6.7 inchi). Ukiyoe-Ha-Gashu is the first complete collection of Ukiyo-e in Japan that systematically contains handwritten Ukiyo-e. The first edition was published in 1906-08 and exhibited at the Japan-England Exposition (1910). The exquisite and luxurious woodblock printing technique, which is said to have required 200 times repeated woodblocks to complete a single print, is considered worthy of special mention in the history of Japanese woodblock printing. Ukiyoe-Ha-Gashu was published in several editions, including the first edition in a limited edition of 200 copies, a top-bound edition, and a standard edition. This is the third edition of the special top-bound edition, and according to the preface to the book, This edition has been further revised and published in response to the requests of enthusiasts. The works and color woodblock prints in this edition are not much different from those in the first limited edition. There are light stains on the paper mat. This item is not new. Please refer to the description-of-item columns and the pictures.

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Formal Name: Bijin Keifuku-zu. A beautiful woman hangs a painting. Contents: 1 Wood block print A piece from the 1918 special edition of “Ukiyo-e Ha Gashu”. Year of publication: 1918. Size: 39×11 cm (15.5×4.4 inchi). Ukiyoe-Ha-Gashu is the first complete collection of Ukiyo-e in Japan that systematically contains handwritten Ukiyo-e. The first edition was published in 1906-08 and exhibited at the Japan-England Exposition (1910). The exquisite and luxurious woodblock printing technique, which is said to have required 200 times repeated woodblocks to complete a single print, is considered worthy of special mention in the history of Japanese woodblock printing. Ukiyoe-Ha-Gashu was published in several editions, including the first edition in a limited edition of 200 copies, a top-bound edition, and a standard edition. This is the third edition of the special top-bound edition, and according to the preface to the book, This edition has been further revised and published in response to the requests of enthusiasts. The works and color woodblock prints in this edition are not much different from those in the first limited edition. There are light stains on the paper mat. This item is not new. Please refer to the description-of-item columns and the pictures.

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Here is an Origin Antique Eisen Keisai Woodblock Print, circa 1820.

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An Antique Bijin Okuki-e Japanese Woodblock Print By Kitagawa Utamaro. Size: 8.5 x 11.5 inches. Condition: The sheet with wear, creases, toning, a enter abrasion through surface to back, loss at edges.

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Tsukimaru was one of the most successful students of Kitagawa Utamaro act. 1794 – 1830, from whom he took the’-maro’ for his name. He specialized in bijin-ga portrait prints of female beauties. This oban print is in good condition, considering its age. Some wear and grime in corners. Small holes that have been repaird.

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RARE & Authentic Edo Japanese Woodblock print. Bilin seated on a bench under a cherry blossom tree, enjoying a cup of sake. Woodcut ban, signed Ichiyôsai Toyokuni ga, publisher Aritaya Seiemon, Hama/ Magome censors’ seals (? 1850). Left-hand sheet of the triptych Hana (Flowers) from the series Jisei kachô fûgetsu (Contemporary Flowers and Birds, Wind and Moon). 36,20 × 25,50 cm. Good fresh impression with bright colours. 1786 – 12 January 1865, also known. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “coachtelliott” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Primary Material: Paper
• Color: Multi-Color
• Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
• Region of Origin: Japan
• Age: 1800-1849
• Maker: Utagawa Kunisada

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High quality Vintage reproduction Japanese Color Woodblock Print Make Up -? From the series : 12 Aspects of women. By Torii Kotondo (1900 – 1976). Vintage handmade reproduction actual woodcut print. Print Size : 19 x 13.25 inches include margins. Image size : about 16 x 10.25 inches. Publisher seal, Water mark?? Engraver and printer’s name in the left side of margin. Excellent color and detail as shown. There are light waves on the upper margin. This item will be sent with original gray cover and the original white inner folder. Please read before ordering. We are off on Saturday, Sunday (Japan time) and National holidays in Japan. So we’ll be late for the answering questions. Thank you for your understanding. International Buyers Please Note. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “edokura” and is located in this country: JP. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Primary Material: Paper
• Size: Very Large Size (19 x 13.25 inches)
• Color: Multi-Color
• Original/Reproduction: Vintage Reproduction
• Age: Post-1940
• Maker: Ishu Kanko-kai 遺珠刊行会

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