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Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III)
Kumasaka Chōhan to Ushiwakamaru - One of a Diptych Original Woodcut Print

1848-1854

About the Item

Kumasaka Chōhan to Ushiwakamaru is a Japanese Ukiyo-e print created between 1848 and 1854 by artist Utagawa Kunisada (Japanese, 1786-1864). The print is a Diptych, and is part of the Library of Congress's Japanese prints and drawings collection. Note: Title and other descriptive information compiled by Nichibunken-sponsored Edo print specialists in 2005-06. Shodai Utagawa Toyokuni (1769 - 1825) was an ukiyo-e artist during the Edo period. His real name was Kumakichi Kurahashi, and he was the son of Gorobei, the human puppet maker of Ekoshiba Shinmeizen. Born in 1786, Utagawa Toyoharu, the founder of the Utagawa school, was known as the ideal beauty of the Utagawa country. Its influence reached its peak in the 7th year of the Bunsei era. It was started in the 2nd and 3rd years of the Emperor's reign (1790-1791), and the paintings of Izumiya city soldiers and beautiful people were created, incorporating the style of the Qing Dynasty and its unique style. Image, 14.5"H x 9.83"W\ Frame, 18.5"H x 13.75"W x .38"D
  • Creator:
    Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III) (1786-1864, Japanese)
  • Creation Year:
    1848-1854
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 13.68 in (34.75 cm)Depth: 0.38 in (9.66 mm)
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  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Appearance is good, has a few holes and a repair to the right corner. The paper was laid down on old illustration board at least 100 years ago or more. Meiji era bamboo frame with hand painted details. Cast brass hanger of the period.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RJA92051stDibs: LU54214305732
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