Set of two original shunga woodblock prints - Mid 19th century (Edo period) - Attributed to Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1865) - Japan - Edo Period (1600-1868)

Selected by Giovanni Bottero

Kunisada Utagawa (1786-1865) was a renowned Japanese ukiyo-e artist active during the early to mid-19th century. Born in Edo (modern-day Tokyo), he studied under Utagawa Toyokuni I and became a leading figure in the Utagawa school. Key Contributions - Kabuki Actor Prints (Yakusha-e): Kunisada was famous for his dynamic and expressive depictions of kabuki actors. - Portraits of Beautiful Women (Bijin-ga): His detailed and colorful portrayals of women captured the fashion and culture of the Edo period. Kunisada's prolific output and distinctive style influenced many artists and ensured his lasting popularity. His works are celebrated both in Japan and internationally, often featured in museum collections and exhibitions. Kunisada Utagawa was a pivotal ukiyo-e artist known for his vivid and intricate prints of kabuki actors and beautiful women. His art provides a valuable window into Edo-period culture and continues to be highly regarded today. CONDITION: There is no tear. Please refer to the photos for details. DIMENSIONS: 12.5cm x 9cm SHIPPING： EMS or Fedex or DHL. Ship tracked & insured.

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Set of two original shunga woodblock prints - Mid 19th century (Edo period) - Attributed to Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1865) - Japan - Edo Period (1600-1868)

Kunisada Utagawa (1786-1865) was a renowned Japanese ukiyo-e artist active during the early to mid-19th century. Born in Edo (modern-day Tokyo), he studied under Utagawa Toyokuni I and became a leading figure in the Utagawa school.

Key Contributions

- Kabuki Actor Prints (Yakusha-e): Kunisada was famous for his dynamic and expressive depictions of kabuki actors.
- Portraits of Beautiful Women (Bijin-ga): His detailed and colorful portrayals of women captured the fashion and culture of the Edo period.

Kunisada's prolific output and distinctive style influenced many artists and ensured his lasting popularity. His works are celebrated both in Japan and internationally, often featured in museum collections and exhibitions.

Kunisada Utagawa was a pivotal ukiyo-e artist known for his vivid and intricate prints of kabuki actors and beautiful women. His art provides a valuable window into Edo-period culture and continues to be highly regarded today.

CONDITION:
There is no tear.
Please refer to the photos for details.

DIMENSIONS:
12.5cm x 9cm

SHIPPING：
EMS or Fedex or DHL. Ship tracked & insured.

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Set of two original shunga woodblock prints - Mid 19th century (Edo period) - Attributed to Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1865) - Japan - Edo Period (1600-1868)

Selected by Giovanni Bottero

Set of two original shunga woodblock prints - Mid 19th century (Edo period) - Attributed to Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1865) - Japan - Edo Period (1600-1868)