What are Japanese woodblock prints?

Japanese woodblock prints, which date back to the 8th century and are also known as ukiyo-e, are a traditional art form originally produced only in Buddhist monasteries to produce religious texts and images. In the 17th century, private studios began opening as woodblock prints became popular. To make a woodblock print, the artist creates a design on paper, and a wood carver places it on the block and carves the design. Each color requires its own woodblock, which are then covered with watercolors and printed on rice paper. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Japanese woodblock prints from top sellers around the world.

Are Japanese woodblock prints valuable?

Yes, some Japanese woodblock prints are valuable. Prices vary greatly, with some selling for hundreds of dollars and others fetching selling prices of over a million at auction. Makers have a big influence on the price, with prints from masters like Hiroshige, Hokusai and Kitagawa Utamaro often having the greatest value. Other things that determine how much woodblock prints are worth include the quality of the image, the condition of the print, its age, its rarity and the demand among collectors. An expert appraiser or dealer can give you an estimate of the value of a particular print. Explore a selection of Japanese woodblock prints on 1stDibs.

How do I identify Japanese woodblock prints?

To identify Japanese woodblock prints, try using the website Ukiyo-e Search. Simply snap a photo of your print and upload it to the site, which will then compare the image to its database of thousands of prints and quickly display the results. If you have difficulty identifying your print, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer who has experience with Japanese art. Shop a large selection of Japanese woodblock prints on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a woodblock print is real?

To tell if a woodblock print is real, turn it over. Due to the processes used to produce woodblock prints, it is usually possible to see the ink bleeding through on the reverse side of an original print. Reproductions will not have this characteristic since they are made by machine. If you're still uncertain whether your print is an original, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer, as it can be very difficult to tell a convincing reprint apart from a real woodblock without proper training. Find a wide variety of woodblock prints on 1stDibs.

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Toyohara ChikanobuTwo Actors - Japanese Woodblock by Chikanobu Yoshu, 1890's

$700Sale Price|20% Off

H 18.5 in W 13.5 in D 1 in

Two Actors - Japanese Woodblock by Chikanobu Yoshu

By Toyohara Chikanobu

Located in Soquel, CA

1882" — woodblock print by Chikanobu Chikanobu is a recognizable Meiji period artist,[8] but his

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Toyohara Chikanobu"First Horse Day, 1896" - Chiyoda Palace - Japanese Woodblock by Chikanobu Yoshu, 1896

$700Sale Price|20% Off

H 15 in W 10.5 in D 0.5 in

"First Horse Day, 1896" - Chiyoda Palace - Japanese Woodblock by Chikanobu Yoshu

By Toyohara Chikanobu

Located in Soquel, CA

Uprising of 1882" — woodblock print by Chikanobu Chikanobu is a recognizable Meiji period artist,[8] but

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Ink, Rice Paper, Woodcut

Antique Woodblock Print, Chikanobu Five Festivals, 1893

$949

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Antique Woodblock Print, Chikanobu Five Festivals, 1893

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

were given particular importance. Chikanobu presents them from right to left: the New Year Festival

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Antique Japanese Chikanobu Toyohara Triptych Samurai Warrior Woodblock Print

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Located in Dayton, OH

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Japanese Meiji Chikanobu Toyohara Framed Woodblock Print with Archery Tournament

$2,075

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Japanese Meiji Chikanobu Toyohara Framed Woodblock Print with Archery Tournament

By Toyohara Chikanobu

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Japanese signed woodblock print by Chikanobu Toyohara (Chikanobu Yoshu), 1838-1912, titled "Start

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Original Japanese Triptych Color Woodblock Print by Toyohara Chikanobu

$3,750

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Original Japanese Triptych Color Woodblock Print by Toyohara Chikanobu

Located in Norton, MA

Original Japanese Triptych Color Woodblock Print by Toyohara Chikanobu - Title: New Year's Dishes

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Framed Japanese 19th Century Meiji Woodblock Print By Toyohana Chikanobu

$3,039

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Framed Japanese 19th Century Meiji Woodblock Print By Toyohana Chikanobu

Located in London, GB

Framed Japanese 19th Century Meiji Woodblock Print By Toyohana Chikanobu Original Woodcut by

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Japanese Color Woodblock Print by Toyohara Chikanobu

$5,000

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Japanese Color Woodblock Print by Toyohara Chikanobu

By Toyohara Chikanobu

Located in New York, NY

This Meiji-period color woodblock by Toyohara Chikanobu (1838-1912) depicts three elegant female

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Important Japanese Color Woodblock Triptych of the Imperial Family

$8,000

H 19.25 in W 33.5 in D 2 in

Important Japanese Color Woodblock Triptych of the Imperial Family

By Toyohara Chikanobu

Located in New York, NY

This iconic woodblock print by Chikanobu Toyohara (1838-1912), titled 'A Mirror of Japanese

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Yoshu ChikanobuChikanobu Yoshu, Princess Takiyasha, Supernatural, Japanese Woodblock Print, 1884

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H 14.41 in W 9.61 in D 0.04 in

Chikanobu Yoshu, Princess Takiyasha, Supernatural, Japanese Woodblock Print

By Yoshu Chikanobu

Located in London, GB

Artist: Chikanobu Yoshu (1838-1912) Title: Snow in Tsukuba Series: Snow, Moon and Flower Publisher

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Late 19th Century Figurative Prints

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Yoshu ChikanobuChikanobu, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Meiji, Kabuki, Samurai, 1881

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Chikanobu, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Meiji, Kabuki, Samurai

By Yoshu Chikanobu

Located in London, GB

Artist: Chikanobu Yoshu (1838-1912) Title: The Battle of Sekigahara Publisher: Yorozuya Magobei

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Yoshu ChikanobuChikanobu Yoshu, Court Ladies, Kimono, Nature, Japanese Woodblock Print, Beauty, late 19th century

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Chikanobu Yoshu, Court Ladies, Kimono, Nature, Japanese Woodblock Print, Beauty

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Yoshu ChikanobuChikanobu, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Meiji, Elephant, Tokyo, 1889

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Chikanobu, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Meiji, Elephant, Tokyo

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Yoshu ChikanobuChikanobu, Japanese Woodblock Print, Court Ladies, Peony, Kimono Design, Beauty, Late 19th century

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Chikanobu, Japanese Woodblock Print, Court Ladies, Peony, Kimono Design, Beauty

By Yoshu Chikanobu

Located in London, GB

Artist: Chikanobu Yoshu (1838-1912) Title: Girl with Toy and Flying Birds Series Title: High

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Yoshu ChikanobuChikanobu, Poem Reading, Heian Beauty, Court, Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, 1886

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Chikanobu, Poem Reading, Heian Beauty, Court, Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e

By Yoshu Chikanobu

Located in London, GB

Artist: Chikanobu Yoshu (1838-1912) Title: Poem Reading with a View of Snow at the Court Publisher

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Late 19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Prints

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Yoshu ChikanobuChikanobu Yoshu, Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Kabuki, Yakusha-e, Meiji, 1882

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Chikanobu Yoshu, Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Kabuki, Yakusha-e, Meiji

By Yoshu Chikanobu

Located in London, GB

Artist: Chikanobu Yoshu (1838-1912) Title: The Battle between Lord Uesugi Kenshin and Lord Takeda

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Late 19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Prints

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Yoshu ChikanobuChikanobu, Cherry Blossom, Sumida, Kimono Design, Beauty, Japanese Woodblock, c. 1890s

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Chikanobu, Cherry Blossom, Sumida, Kimono Design, Beauty, Japanese Woodblock

By Yoshu Chikanobu

Located in London, GB

Artist: Chikanobu Yoshu (1838-1912) Title: Cherry Blossoms at Sumida Publisher: Takekawa Date: c

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Toyohara ChikanobuToyohara Chikanobu (1838–1912) - Japanese Woodblock, A Game of Hanetsuki, 19th Century

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Toyohara Chikanobu (1838–1912) - Japanese Woodblock, A Game of Hanetsuki

By Toyohara Chikanobu

Located in Corsham, GB

A delightful triptych by the artist Toyohara Chikanobu (1838–1912), depicting ladies playing a game

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19th Century Figurative Prints

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Yoshu ChikanobuYoshu Chikanobu (1838-1912) - Japanese Woodblock, Amongst the Flowers Triptych, 19th Century

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Yoshu Chikanobu (1838-1912) - Japanese Woodblock, Amongst the Flowers Triptych

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Located in Corsham, GB

A delightful triptych by the Japanese ukiyo-e artist Yoshu Chikanobu (1838-1912). The three

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Yoshu ChikanobuYoshu Chikanobu, Four Bust Portraits of Beauties, woodblock prints, signed, 1896, 1896

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Yoshu Chikanobu, Four Bust Portraits of Beauties, woodblock prints, signed, 1896

By Yoshu Chikanobu

Located in London, GB

-1867). To create a woodblock print, artists like Chikanobu first designed the image on paper and then

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Yoshu ChikanobuChikanobu Yoshu, Meiji Emperor, Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Beauty, 1887

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H 14.69 in W 28.82 in D 0.04 in

Chikanobu Yoshu, Meiji Emperor, Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Beauty

By Yoshu Chikanobu

Located in London, GB

Artist: Chikanobu Yoshu (1838-1912) Title: Nobility in the Evening Cool Publisher: Tanaka Date

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Japanese Woodblock "Reading Poems" by Toyohara Chikanobu

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Japanese Woodblock "Reading Poems" by Toyohara Chikanobu

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Located in Brooklyn, NY

Antique Japanese woodblock "Reading Poems" by Toyohara Chikanobu, circa 19th century. Dimensions

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19th Century Japanese Woodblock by Toyohara Chikanobu

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19th Century Japanese Woodblock by Toyohara Chikanobu

By Toyohara Chikanobu

Located in Brooklyn, NY

19th Century Japanese woodblock by Toyohara Chikanobu (1838-1912) titled "The Korean Uprising of

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Prints

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Collection of Eight Colored Woodblock Triptychs by Toyohara Chikanobu

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H 19.25 in W 33.5 in D 0.07 in

Collection of Eight Colored Woodblock Triptychs by Toyohara Chikanobu

By Toyohara Chikanobu

Located in Tarrytown, NY

colors are still wonderful, but some of the margins, as very often it happens with Japanese prints, have

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Prints

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Nobukazu Yosai Chikanobu, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Dragon, Samurai, Ukiyo-e, Meiji, 1893

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Chikanobu, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Dragon, Samurai, Ukiyo-e, Meiji

Located in London, GB

Artist: Chikanobu Yoshu (1838-1912) Title: Nitta Yoshisada (Minamoto no Yoshisada) Publisher

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Late 19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Prints

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Yoshu ChikanobuChikanobu Japanese Woodblock Print, Tokugawa Court Ladies, Chrysanthemum Flowers, late 19th century

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Chikanobu Japanese Woodblock Print, Tokugawa Court Ladies, Chrysanthemum Flowers

By Yoshu Chikanobu

Located in London, GB

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Surely you’ll find the exact chikanobu woodblock print you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. If you’re looking for a chikanobu woodblock print from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 19th Century. On 1stDibs, the right chikanobu woodblock print is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes beige, brown and gray. Finding an appealing chikanobu woodblock print — no matter the origin — is easy, but CHIKANOBU, Yoshu each produced popular versions that are worth a look. Artworks like these — often created in handmade paper, paper and pigment — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much is a Chikanobu Woodblock Print?

A chikanobu woodblock print can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $939, while the lowest priced sells for $417 and the highest can go for as much as $8,000.

Questions About Chikanobu Woodblock Print

What are Japanese woodblock prints?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Japanese woodblock prints, which date back to the 8th century and are also known as ukiyo-e, are a traditional art form originally produced only in Buddhist monasteries to produce religious texts and images. In the 17th century, private studios began opening as woodblock prints became popular. To make a woodblock print, the artist creates a design on paper, and a wood carver places it on the block and carves the design. Each color requires its own woodblock, which are then covered with watercolors and printed on rice paper. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Japanese woodblock prints from top sellers around the world.
Are Japanese woodblock prints valuable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
Yes, some Japanese woodblock prints are valuable. Prices vary greatly, with some selling for hundreds of dollars and others fetching selling prices of over a million at auction. Makers have a big influence on the price, with prints from masters like Hiroshige, Hokusai and Kitagawa Utamaro often having the greatest value. Other things that determine how much woodblock prints are worth include the quality of the image, the condition of the print, its age, its rarity and the demand among collectors. An expert appraiser or dealer can give you an estimate of the value of a particular print. Explore a selection of Japanese woodblock prints on 1stDibs.
How do I identify Japanese woodblock prints?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
To identify Japanese woodblock prints, try using the website Ukiyo-e Search. Simply snap a photo of your print and upload it to the site, which will then compare the image to its database of thousands of prints and quickly display the results. If you have difficulty identifying your print, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer who has experience with Japanese art. Shop a large selection of Japanese woodblock prints on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a woodblock print is real?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
To tell if a woodblock print is real, turn it over. Due to the processes used to produce woodblock prints, it is usually possible to see the ink bleeding through on the reverse side of an original print. Reproductions will not have this characteristic since they are made by machine. If you're still uncertain whether your print is an original, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer, as it can be very difficult to tell a convincing reprint apart from a real woodblock without proper training. Find a wide variety of woodblock prints on 1stDibs.