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Condition First edition, Meiji 28 (1895). Lower volume: cover shows sun fading, with edge tears, damage, and small losses along the edges. Upper volume: average to slightly above-average condition for its age. Please check the photos for details. Artist Mizuno Toshikata? Title Nichiyo Hokan – Kijo no Shiori (Complete Set of Upper and Lower Volumes)? Description Includes a colored woodblock frontispiece by Mizuno Toshikata in the upper volume. Complete two-volume set with woodblock print illustrations. All items are 100% authenticated. Please note that measurements are taken by our company, so please understand that there may be some errors. If there is no special description about the accessories, only this item will be included.

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Is a refined and emotionally resonant woodblock print by Mizuno Toshikata, created in 1908 during the late Meiji period. This work was produced as a. (frontispiece illustration) for the influential literary magazine Bungei Kurabu, a publication that played a major role in shaping modern Japanese literary and visual culture. The title, which may be translated as. Beautifully reflects the mood of the composition. Rather than depicting a specific narrative moment, Toshikata conveys romantic longing and quiet devotion through graceful posture, subtle expression, and flowing lines. The woman appears suspended in emotion, her feelings unfolding gently like water carried by a current. Toshikata was celebrated for his elegant and delicate bijin-ga, and this work exemplifies his mature style. The softness of the line work, restrained color palette, and refined sense of atmosphere create a feeling of intimacy and introspection. It is this emotional subtlety-rather than overt drama-that made his works especially popular among readers and collectors in the late Meiji era. Is regarded as one of Toshikata’s representative works and is highly valued today as an example of how woodblock prints evolved alongside modern literature. As an original magazine frontispiece print, it holds both artistic and historical significance, making it an excellent acquisition for collectors of Meiji-era bijin-ga, literary illustration, and Japanese woodblock prints with poetic depth. Artist: Mizuno Toshikata. Title. Year: 1908. Technique: Woodblock Print. Size: 30.2 × 22 cm approx. 11.9 × 8.7 inches. Artist Biography – Mizuno Toshikata. Mizuno Toshikata, an artist who worked in both ukiyo-e and Japanese painting. Though often overlooked, Mizuno Toshikata contributed through his art to elevating the status of genre painting and advancing modern literature, while also producing numerous renowned painters from his school. ? Ideas for Use. Display on your shelf, desk, or small gallery wall. Add a charming touch to a cat-themed interior. A lovely and thoughtful gift, already framed and ready to enjoy. We are proud to present handcrafted art pieces from Japan that are full of warmth and character. Emi Sato’s “Almond Eye” offers a unique blend of simplicity and presence in a compact frame-perfect for any cat lover or miniature art collector. Feel free to reach out if you’d like to explore more framed pieces!

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The artwork, titled “Instructions In The Fundamentals Of Success”, was created in 1890 and is printed on high-quality paper. It features beautiful multi-color illustrations that are sure to catch the eye of any art lover. If you’d like the others as well, I’m open to a grouping price. Pictures show front, margins and back.

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This is a Kuchie woodblock print by Mizuno Toshikata. The work is Noren Kagei Bijin Vol. 3, Hakubunkan Publishing Co. The date of the work is the 30th year of Meiji (1897), and the dimensions of the woodblock print are 26.7cm x 21.7cm. (10.5 x 8.5 in). Please refer to the photos. Fright companies are closed on Weekends. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.

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This old woodblock print measures 9″ x 12″. It is in good condition for its age. It is matted, but comes without a frame. Please look at the pictures closely before purchasing. They are the description. If you have any questions, or need more pictures, message me.

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Up for sale is an antique Japanese woodblock by Mizuno Toshikata depicting a Geisha holding iris flowers. Measuring approximately 8.25 x 12.125 inches this print is signed low right and does show damage to the sheet including loss, tears, creases etc… The images provided accurately represent the quality, condition and and aesthetic beauty of this Toshikata woodblock print but if you have any questions please feel free to ask prior to purchasing! We specialize in fine art from the Renaissance to Contemporary dealing with a plethora of past artists which include Pablo Picasso, Diego Giacometti, Edward Curtis, Alfred Mitchell, Banksy and even Bob Ross. All works of art and objects of value are professionally packed to ensure a safe arrival to you, thank you for your interest! This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “henningfineart” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South Africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Republic of Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Panama, Trinidad and Tobago, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Saint Lucia, Montserrat, Turks and Caicos Islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei Darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French Guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman Islands, Liechtenstein, Sri Lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macau, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Vietnam.

• Featured Refinements: Japanese Woodblock Print
• Region of Origin: Japan
• Age: 1850-1899
• Original/Reproduction: Antique Original

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Antique Japanese Woodblock by Mizuno Toshikata Mushroom Gathering 1891. This is beautiful 19th century color woodblock of. Original Toshikata (1866 – 1908) Japanese Woodblock Print Gathering Mushrooms: Women of the Shotoku Era (1711 – 16) Series; Thirty-six Selected Beauties, 1891 – 1894 (Sanjuroku Kasen) Gathering Mushrooms: Women of the Shotoku Era (1711 – 16) – Toshikata’s lovely series “Thirty-six Selected Beauties” was one of the great masterwork series of the late 19th century. Reflecting back on the classic beauty prints of the previous era, Toshikata created a series of 36 prints illustrating the daily activities of women from various time periods and walks of life. Condition is commensurate with age and wear. Minor losses and discoloration throughout. 15 x 10 1/4 inches. 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. We welcome all reasonable offers! We appreciate your business! Please check out my other items. Thank you for looking and good luck! This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “esellerbernard” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Aizuri-e: ukiyo-e
• Region of Origin: Japan
• ukiyo-e: Japan
• carver’s seal: publisher’s seal
• Age: 1830-1850
• Primary Material: Paper
• Maker: Teisai Sencho
• Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
• Featured Refinements: Japanese Woodblock Print
• Japanese: Woodblock
• Women of the Shotoku Era: Women Gathering Mushrooms
• Mushrooms: Sanjuroku Kasen
• Thirty-six selected Beauties: daily activities
• women: daily life Japan
• shosetsu: mizuno Toshikate
• Color: Multi-Color

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Offering a Antique Japanese Woodblock Print by Mizuno Toshikata entitled Sunset from 1894. Slight yellowing to rice paper as shown. Measures 14 by 9. The item “Antique Japanese Woodblock Print Mizuno Toshikata Sunset 1894″ is in sale since Sunday, May 10, 2020. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “re-form” and is located in Woodstock, New York. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Costa rica, Dominican republic, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, El salvador, Honduras, Jamaica, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Turks and caicos islands, Bangladesh, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Nicaragua, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Viet nam, Uruguay, Russian federation, South africa, Colombia, Antigua and barbuda, Saint lucia, Barbados, Bermuda, Cayman islands, Maldives, Oman, Reunion, Sri lanka, Montserrat.

• Featured Refinements: Japanese Woodblock Print
• Type: Paintings, Scrolls & Prints
• Region of Origin: Japan

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Toshikata was trained as a painter and printmaker in Tokyo in the 1880s. He became a well-known Ukiyo-e printmaker and newspaper illustrator in the 1890s, designing war prints and battle scenes based on the Sino-Japanese War and later as a designer of “bijin” (beautiful women) and genre prints. He produced the “Modern Beauties” series in the 1890s (according to the British Museum, which has an impression of this print in its collection). 3 in the series, bears seals lower left and upper right. It is in average condition with surface soiling and minor staining and the color appears to have faded. It is attached to backing with mat tape on the upper margins. It measures 9 3/8″ x 13 7/8″. Unframed (backing from previous is shown in images). Please see my other auctions for more fine paintings and prints. The item “Mizuno Toshikata 1890s Meiji Japanese Color Woodblock from Modern Beauties” is in sale since Friday, January 31, 2014. This item is in the category “Art\Art Prints”. The seller is “kgrinder” and is located in Holliston, Massachusetts. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Original/Reproduction: Original Print
• Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
• Signed: Signed
• Edition Type: Limited Edition
• Edition Size: Unknown
• Print Type: Woodcut & Block
• Subject: Figures & Portraits
• Style: Asian
• Size Type/Largest Dimension: Medium (Up to 30in.)
• Date of Creation: 1800-1899

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