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Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1865) - Framed Japanese Woodblock Male Actor in Profile
Description
A vibrant ukiyo-e print by the prolific printmaker Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1865). The composition shows a male figure, possibly an actor portraying a specific role, standing outdoors. Well presented in a glazed gilt-effect frame. Stamped with characters to the lower right. On paper.Condition
The condition is typical for a picture of this age, including some discolouration/staining to the paper. Marks and scuffs to the gilt effect frame. The overall condition is good.
Size
34.5 x 24cm (13.6" 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.
| SKU | su306 |
|---|---|
| Frame Colour | gold |
| Artist | Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1865) |
| Date | 19th Century |
| Dimensions | 34.5 x 24.0cm |
| Medium | Japanese Woodblock |
| Style | Japanese Woodblock |
| Subject | Portrait |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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