Takiyasha the Witch and the Skeleton Spectre - Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798-1861) - Japan

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Original woodcut print by Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798–1861), Takiyasha the Witch and the Skeleton Spectre, Japan, Reiwa period (2019–present), image size 37 × 75 cm, in excellent condition, not signed, sold by owner or reseller.

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Woodblock print (reprint) - Paper - Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798-1861) - Takiyasha the Witch and the Skeleton Spectre - Japan - Reiwa period (2019 - present)

The first edition of this design was published circa 1844. The current print was printed in the Reiwa period (2019 - present).

The measurements of the image itself (excluding the margins) are 37.0 x 75.0 cm.

Utagawa Kuniyoshi was one of the last great masters of the Japanese ukiyo-e style of woodblock prints and painting.

The range of Kuniyoshi's subjects included many genres: landscapes, women, Kabuki actors, cats, and mythical animals. He is known for depictions of the battles of legendary samurai heroes.

The woodblock print is in excellent condition

Will be shipped with great care in sturdy packaging to prevent folding.

Woodblock print (reprint) - Paper - Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798-1861) - Takiyasha the Witch and the Skeleton Spectre - Japan - Reiwa period (2019 - present)

The first edition of this design was published circa 1844. The current print was printed in the Reiwa period (2019 - present).

The measurements of the image itself (excluding the margins) are 37.0 x 75.0 cm.

Utagawa Kuniyoshi was one of the last great masters of the Japanese ukiyo-e style of woodblock prints and painting.

The range of Kuniyoshi's subjects included many genres: landscapes, women, Kabuki actors, cats, and mythical animals. He is known for depictions of the battles of legendary samurai heroes.

The woodblock print is in excellent condition

Will be shipped with great care in sturdy packaging to prevent folding.

Details

Artist
Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798-1861)
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Takiyasha the Witch and the Skeleton Spectre
Technique
Woodcut print
Signature
Not signed
Country of Origin
Japan
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
37 cm
Width
75 cm
Period
2020+
Sold with frame
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Objects sold
100%
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