A Vintage 26x 20 Very Large Japanese Woodblock Of Geisha Beauties
Excellent Condition - See Images Very fine crisp, clear detail
colors are bright and vibrant. No rips. No tears.
On Cream Japanese fiber paper relined on board & double matted
Chop-marks & Signature.
Measurements image - 26" x 20". - Double Matted - 36" x 30"
Shipped With Matting
Was purchased in Los Angeles in the 70's at a estate sale
Please see its companion piece also listed)
Japanese artist Kitagawa Utamaro (1753-1806).
Kitagawa Utamaro [1753 - October 31, 1806] was a Japanese artist. He is one
of the most highly regarded practitioners of the ukiyo-e genre of woodblock
prints, especially for his portraits of beautiful women, or bijin-ga. He also
produced nature studies, particularly illustrated books of insects. [courtesy
of Wikipedia]
Age: Post-1940 |
Maker: Unknown |
Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original |
Primary Material: Japanese Fiber Paper On Board |
Region of Origin: Japan |
Type: Woodblock Print |