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Vintage Japanese Woodblock Print by Toshusai Sharaku Kabuki Actors c. Presented is a beautiful Japanese full oban-size woodblock print created by the renowned artist of the Edo period, Toshusai Sharaku fl. Bando Zenji as Onisadobo, a Namazu-bozu, or priest who looks like a catfish, and Sawamura Yodogoro II as Kawatsura Hogen, in the episode called “Yoshitsune senbon-zakura, ” which was played as the finale. The print was made using the traditional Japanese woodblock technique. It is signed with his full name (“Toshusai ga”, or painted by Toshusai). There is also Kyoto hanga-in Shinagawa-ban (Kyoto Print Institute Shinagawa Edition) publisher’s seal and a carver’s seal on the print verso. There is very little known about Sharaku – his identity is a mystery. Some say he was a Kabuki actor himself who became an artist in woodblock printing, creating portraits of his fellow artists. But this is just a speculation; in fact, nobody knows his real name and the dates of his birth or death. He was active for 10 months of 1794 – 1795, and then he mysteriously disappeared from the printing world. He created just about 150 prints and sketches (for example, Kunisada created about 20,000), and they are all highly recognizable, showing lots of character and humor. The Sharaku prints by the publisher Kyoto Hanga-In are the most authentic later edition prints of the original works, even surpassing those of the renowned publisher Takamizawa. The dark, thick mica background is not overly “glossy” like other editions, and the simulation of cracked mica by heavy embossing is very realistic. AUTHOR: Toshusai Sharaku TITLE: “Kabuki actors Bando Zenji and Sawamura Yodogoro”? CREATED: c. Paper METHOD OF PRINTING: Woodblock printing PRINTED: c. Mid-1900 PUBLISHER: Kyoto hanga-in Shinagawa-ban (Kyoto Print Institute Shinagawa Edition) OVERALL FRAME SIZE: 19.25″ by 13.25″ PRINT SIZE: Oban 15.25″ X 10″ incl. The condition is excellent. There is some very minor toning, no foxing, and no losses. The print is framed in a modern, excellent-quality metal frame. The frame is in excellent condition as well. Get images that make Supersized seem small. Track Page Views With.

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“Sharaku” 12 Hand-Printed Ukiyo-e 1968, Yuyudo Publishing Kabuki Actor Portraits. This listing features exquisite ukiyo-e woodblock prints by Toshusai Sharaku, renowned for his striking depictions of kabuki actors. These prints were immensely popular during their time and remain highly valued today. Many original Edo-period woodblock prints are housed in the Tokyo National Museum and designated as Important Cultural Properties of Japan. A remarkable opportunity to own a piece of Japan’s artistic heritage! Appearance ::: Please Check Photos ::: Thank You So Much :. Woodblock Print : 33.5cm(13.2inch) x 22.5cm(8.1inch). Mat Board : 41.5cm(16.5inch) x 30.2cm (11.9inch). Mat Window : 30.4cm(11.9inch) x 20.5cm(8.0inch). There are stains due to aging, but the overall condition is good. Each print comes with our original explanatory booklet. Please rest assured that we take every possible measure to ensure your item is delivered safely and securely. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – Japan, US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. About Importer’s Obligation. Thank you for your understanding.

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TOSHUSAI SHARAKU SAMURAI DIPTYCH WOODBLOCK PRINT. SEE PHOTOS FOR COMPLETE DETAILS.

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Up for sale is a beautiful early to mid 20th century Japanese woodblock depicting Toshusai Sharaku’s famous “Kabuki Actor Otani Oniji”. The images provided accurately represent the quality, condition and aesthetic beauty of this antique/vintage Japanese woodblock 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!

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COMPLETE SET OF 40 TOSHUSAI SHARAKU COLLECTION BY YUYUDO PUBLISHING. VERY WELL PRESERVED EXCELLENT++ CONDITION. COMES WITH COMMENTARY BOOKLET, ORIGINAL CASE AND OUTER CARDBOARD BOX. UPON BRIEF INSPECTION, NO VISIBLE TEARS OR MAJOR STAINS ON THE PRINT WERE OBSERVED. PROTECTIVE SHEETS ALSO SEEMED TO BE IN PLACE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE ARE LICENSED REPRODUCTION OF ORIGINAL ARTS. THESE ARE NOT ORIGINAL PRINTS FROM EDO/MEIJI PERIOD NOR FAKE PRINTS. THESE ARE ONE OF THE HAND-PRINTED LIMITED-QUANTITY PRODUCTION WOODBLOCK PRINTS FROM BETWEEN 1920 AND 1980 THAT ARE HIGHLY REGARDED. CASE SIZE: 17.5″ x 13″ x 2.5. MAT SIZE: 16.25″ x 12″. ACTUAL PRINT SIZE: 13.4 x 9.3. WEIGHT: 10.5 lbs. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “j.garden” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Primary Material: Paper
• Original/Reproduction: Vintage Reproduction
• Region of Origin: Japan
• Age: Unknown
• Maker: YUYUDO PUBLISHING

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5839526: JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT/ HAND PRINTED / SHARAKU / ACTOR. Vintage Kimono & Obi. Antique Kimono & Obi. Mens Kimono & fabrics. Tea Ceremony & Handicrafts. Items come with everything pictured e. Please read through our store policy pages before ordering. Our store primarily sells vintage & antique wares. Please understand that age affects both item condition and value as a collectible. Information related to condition is recorded and/or photographed during item inspection. [BASE COLOR] [MATERIAL] PAPER [CONDITION] Excellent Colors in images between the item list and the detail page may appear differently following the light condition. Please be sure to read and accept our store policies below, and all available information related to the item itself. If you prefer EMS, please let us know in advance. Weight and size limits vary by country, so some exceptions to this process may apply. These cannot be turned off. We reserve the right to manually open unpaid cases at any time after the 7-day period above. COLORS Please use the color stated in the description as a first point of reference. Photos are mainly for illustrative purposes, so colors may vary slightly from the actual item. CONDITION Please refer to both the description and the photos in the listing to find out about condition. We take into account the age of each item when assigning a condition tag. Many vintage and antique items will, by nature, not be in pristine (factory) condition. However, for the vast majority of our buyers, this adds to the flavor and story of the piece. Please contact your local post office if your items are taking longer than imagined to reach you. However, as each situation is different, feel free to get in touch with us if something arises. Welcome to Sou, your online gateway to traditional Japan. At our webstore, we take pride in the vast selection of authentic Japanese kimonos, garments, antiques, textiles, and handicrafts that we are able to present to you, our valued customers. Whether it is a casual interest in Japanese culture or a passionate love for elegant kimono that has brought you here, we are sure you will find something that will suit your taste. Thank you for shopping with us and helping bring Japan rich culture and history to your part of the world. Please see our listing for full details and a description of any imperfections. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “sou_japan” and is located in this country: JP. This item can be shipped worldwide.

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MEDIUM: WOODBLOCK PRINT (NISHIKI-E) INK ON PAPER ARTIST: SHARAKU SIZE: LARGE OBAN 15 X 10 INCHES APPROX (38cm X 25cm) COMMENTS: BEAUTIFUL DESIGN CONDITION: good (See detailed pictures) Beautiful vivid colors, distressed mica background Comments: rare later impression. SEE MY OTHER JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS AND NEW ONES BEING LISTED IN THE COMING DAYS. ADD ME TO YOUR SAVED SELLERS SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT. The item “JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT UKIYO-E SHIN HANGA VINTAGE ANTIQUE RARE SHARAKU” is in sale since Thursday, December 17, 2020. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “yoshitoshi13″ and is located in Skokie, Illinois. 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, 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 and 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, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Viet nam, Uruguay, Russian federation, Ukraine.

• Region of Origin: Japan
• Primary Material: Paper
• Featured Refinements: Japanese Woodblock Print
• Type: Paintings, Scrolls & Prints
• Color: Multi-Color

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MEDIUM: WOODBLOCK PRINT (NISHIKI-E) INK ON PAPER ARTIST: SHARAKU SIZE: LARGE OBAN 15 X 10 INCHES APPROX (38cm X 25cm) COMMENTS: BEAUTIFUL DESIGN CONDITION: good (See detailed pictures) Beautiful vivid colors, distressed mica background Comments: rare later impression. SEE MY OTHER JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS AND NEW ONES BEING LISTED IN THE COMING DAYS. ADD ME TO YOUR SAVED SELLERS SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT. The item “JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT UKIYO-E SHIN HANGA VINTAGE ANTIQUE RARE SHARAKU” is in sale since Thursday, December 17, 2020. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “yoshitoshi13″ and is located in Skokie, Illinois. 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, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Dominican republic, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, El salvador, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and 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, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Viet nam, Uruguay.

• Region of Origin: Japan
• Primary Material: Paper
• Featured Refinements: Japanese Woodblock Print
• Type: Paintings, Scrolls & Prints
• Color: Multi-Color

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I will pack it nicely with bubble wrap and will be mailed inside a strong cardboard box. Your satisfaction is my number one concern! I make great effort to do a sincere and rapid response. The item “Japanese Wood Block Print 32sheets / HOKUSAI, SHARAKU, HIROSHIGE, UTAMARO etc” is in sale since Thursday, August 18, 2016. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “japan_hoard” and is located in Okayama, Okayama. This item can be shipped worldwide.

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