Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1865) - Framed 19th Century Japanese Woodblock Jiraiya

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Description

A vibrant ukiyo-e print by the prolific printmaker Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1865). The scene is from the Japanese folk tale Katakiuchi Kidan Jiraiya Monogatari. Originally a Yomihon (a type of Japanese book from the Edo period), the story was later adapted into a serialised novel and published in instalments. It was written and illustrated by several authors and artists, including Kunisada. Well presented in a gilt frame. On paper.

Condition

The condition is typical for a picture of this age, including some discolouration. Some small abrasions to the paper, which have been repaired. Marks and scuffs to the frame.

Size

36 x 24cm (14.2" x 9.4")
Framed Size: 51.5 x 38.5cm (20.3" x 15.2")

Artist Biography

Utagawa Kunisada, also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, was a Japanese ukiyo-e artist. He is considered the most popular, prolific and commercially successful designer of ukiyo-e woodblock prints in 19th-century Japan. In his own time, his reputation far exceeded that of his contemporaries, Hokusai, Hiroshige and Kuniyoshi.

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SKU su307
Frame Colour gold
Artist Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1865)
Date 19th Century
Dimensions 36.0 x 24.0cm
Medium Japanese Woodblock
Style Japanese Woodblock
Subject Genre Scene
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