Description
Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798-1861) Framed Japanese Woodcut Dated 1841 from the Utagawa School
Kuniyoshi is a highly collectible artist despite his prodigious output.
About the artist: Utagawa Kuniyoshi ( , January 1, 1798 April 14, 1861) was born on January 1, 1798, the son of a silk-dyer, Yanagiya Kichiyemon, originally named Yoshisabur. Apparently he assisted his father’s business as a pattern designer, and some have suggested that this experience influenced his rich use of color and textile patterns in prints. It is said that Kuniyoshi was impressed, at an early age of seven or eight, by ukiyo-e warrior prints, and by pictures of artisans and commoners (as depicted in craftsmen manuals), and it is possible these influenced his own later prints.
was one of the last great masters of the Japanese ukiyo-e style of woodblock prints and painting. He was a member of the Utagawa school.
The range of Kuniyoshi’s subjects included many genres: landscapes, beautiful women, Kabuki actors, cats, and mythical animals. He is known for depictions of the battles of legendary samurai heroes. His artwork incorporated aspects of Western representation in landscape painting and caricature.
| Period | Before 1890 |
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| Year | 1852 |
| Production Period | Before 1890 |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
| Identifying Marks | This piece has an attribution mark |
| Style | Asian, Asian Antique, Romantic |
| Detailed Condition |
Good This vintage/antique item may have some wear such as scratches and other signs of ageing. |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Patina consistent with age and use, Condition: Structurally sound, with low surface wear.
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| Product Code | DYS-1479827 |
| Materials | Woodblock print |
| Color | Multicolored |
| Width |
35 cm 13.8 inch |
| Depth |
1 cm 0.4 inch |
| Height |
50 cm 19.5 inch |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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