What is a signed print?

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What if a print is signed but not numbered?

If a print is signed but not numbered, it may be an artist’s proof. Also called an AP, an artist’s proof is a print that the artist makes to test the printing process or for personal use and is not intended for sale. A signed but unnumbered print may also be a publisher's proof, a print that the publisher uses to assess image quality during the printing process. Find a wide variety of art prints on 1stDibs.

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 signed prints worth anything?

Similar to other artwork, hand-signed prints are more valuable than art that hasn't been signed by the artist. Where the signature is located does not have an effect on the value.

Is it worth buying signed prints?

Many art lovers believe that buying signed prints is worth it. Signed prints, especially hand-signed rather than plate-signed signatures, are often part of limited edition series. As a result, they may increase in value over time. Plus, compared to paintings, prints tend to be more affordable, making it possible to build a collection of art with less of an investment. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in art prints is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Shop a wide range of signed prints and other art on 1stDibs.

Is it worth buying a signed print?

Many art lovers believe that a signed print is worth buying. Art prints make it possible to build a collection of art at a lower price than what you'd typically expect to pay for paintings, and you can choose from thousands of options. Signed prints are particularly desirable because they often translate to added value on the secondary market, particularly when the artist signed them by hand. However, whether or not it's worth investing in signed art prints is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find art prints and other art on 1stDibs.

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.

Are plate signed prints worth anything?

Whether plate-signed prints are worth anything depends on the artist, the rarity of the piece, its condition and other factors. While artists’ editions tend to be more affordable and available than his or her unique works, and so new collectors are often directed toward prints as a starting point, accessibility, however, does not mean prints appreciate at a different pace from other mediums. The market for paintings increases parallel to the prints market (and a signed work may be more valuable to collectors than an unsigned print). A certified appraiser or art industry professional can evaluate specific prints and determine their value. On 1stDibs, shop a range of prints from some of the world’s top galleries.

How much is a signed Picasso print worth?

A signed Picasso print can be worth quite a bit of money. In 2022, a signed print titled "Le Repas frugal" ("The Frugal Repast") by the revolutionary Spanish artist sold for $8 million.While a Cubist painting by the artist sold for $179 million in 2015, the price range for original Pablo Picasso prints is vast. A signed Picasso print can garner millions of dollars at auction, even as a lesser-known lithograph might sell for somewhere in the low five figures.It's important to note that determining the value of any collectible depends on a variety of factors. Fine art prints are more valuable when they are signed by the artist , and experts suggest that a print's value can gradually increase over time. A signed Picasso print's precise worth, however, will depend on its condition (paper is fragile!), subject matter and provenance. Larger prints as well as works in color are likely to be worth more than their smaller counterparts in black and white. The value of a print is also informed by whether the work is editioned or not, as well as the size and number of the edition . (A print from an edition run of 50 is theoretically more valuable than one from a run of 200.)Picasso created "The Frugal Repast" at the end of what is known as his "Blue Period," in which the artist stuck to a monochromatic palette of blue and blue-green for most of the paintings he produced between 1901 and 1904.The etching was made in 1904 in Paris using a recycled zinc plate that Picasso scraped clean of what was previously there. The print is part of what came to be known as the "Saltimbanque Suite," the artist's first major body of work in printmaking. And while Picasso had no formal training in printmaking, he was a tireless innovator with media, creating more than 20,000 paintings, drawings , prints, ceramics and sculptures throughout his lifetime.Find a range of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.

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Mokuchu URUSHIBARAJapanese Print, Herons - Signed Woodcut

$177

Japanese Print, Herons - Signed Woodcut

By Mokuchu URUSHIBARA

Located in Paris, IDF

Mokuchu URUSHIBARA Herons, c. 1930 Woodcut after on an ink drawing Signed with the artist's stamp On paper 32.5 x 22 cm (c. 12.59 x 8.66 in) INFORMATION : Engraving published by Mo...

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1930s Modern Animal Prints

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Woodcut

Kiyoshi Saito Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Buddha

$995

Kiyoshi Saito Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Buddha

By Kiyoshi Saitō

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautifully and serenely composed woodblock print by famed Japanese printmaker Kiyoshi Saito.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Prints

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Mokuchu URUSHIBARAJapanese Print, The Cat - Signed Woodcut

$236

Japanese Print, The Cat - Signed Woodcut

By Mokuchu URUSHIBARA

Located in Paris, IDF

Mokuchu URUSHIBARA The Cat, c. 1930 Woodcut after on an ink drawing Signed with the artist's stamp On paper 27 x 39 cm (c. 10,6 x 15,3 in) INFORMATION : Engraving published by Moku...

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1930s Modern Animal Prints

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Mokuchu URUSHIBARAJapanese Print, Koi Carp - Signed Woodcut

$236

Japanese Print, Koi Carp - Signed Woodcut

By Mokuchu URUSHIBARA

Located in Paris, IDF

Mokuchu URUSHIBARA Koi Carp, c. 1930 Woodcut after on an ink drawing Signed with the artist's stamp On paper 30 x 24 cm (c. 11.81 x 9.44 in) INFORMATION : Engraving published by Mo...

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1930s Modern Animal Prints

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Mokuchu URUSHIBARAJapanese Print, Horse Bowing - Signed Woodcut

$177

Japanese Print, Horse Bowing - Signed Woodcut

By Mokuchu URUSHIBARA

Located in Paris, IDF

Mokuchu URUSHIBARA Horse bowing, c. 1930 Woodcut after on an ink drawing Signed with the artist's stamp On paper 26 x 35 cm (c. 10.2 x 13.7 in) INFORMATION : Engraving published by...

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1930s Modern Animal Prints

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Woodcut

Mokuchu URUSHIBARAJapanese Print, Rearing Horse - Signed Woodcut

$177

Japanese Print, Rearing Horse - Signed Woodcut

By Mokuchu URUSHIBARA

Located in Paris, IDF

Mokuchu URUSHIBARA Rearing Horse, c. 1930 Woodcut after on an ink drawing Signed with the artist's stamp On paper 26 x 32 cm (c. 10,2 x 12.5 in) INFORMATION : Engraving published b...

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1930s Modern Animal Prints

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Woodcut

Takashi Murakami Signed Limited Edition Superflat Japanese Print DOB Myxomycete

$2,495

Takashi Murakami Signed Limited Edition Superflat Japanese Print DOB Myxomycete

By Takashi Murakami

Located in Studio City, CA

A fantastic and quite engaging Primordial Life offset lithograph print by renowned contemporary Japanese artist Takashi Murakami the founder of the Superflat aesthetic art movement w...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Prints

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Mokuchu URUSHIBARAJapanese Print, White-billed Pie - Signed Woodcut

$177

Japanese Print, White-billed Pie - Signed Woodcut

By Mokuchu URUSHIBARA

Located in Paris, IDF

Mokuchu URUSHIBARA White-billed Pie, c. 1930 Woodcut after on an ink drawing Signed with the artist's stamp On paper 32 x 26.5 cm (c. 12.59 x 10.23 in) INFORMATION : Engraving pub...

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1930s Modern Animal Prints

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Woodcut

Colorful Signed Japanese Showa Period Abstract Modern Woodblock Print

$295

Colorful Signed Japanese Showa Period Abstract Modern Woodblock Print

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderfully composed and boldly colored Japanese woodblock print. The print appears to be signed along the top margin (or these are publisher marks).

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20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

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Mokuchu URUSHIBARAJapanese Print, Horse Turning Around - Signed Woodcut

$177

Japanese Print, Horse Turning Around - Signed Woodcut

By Mokuchu URUSHIBARA

Located in Paris, IDF

Mokuchu URUSHIBARA Horse Turning Around, c. 1930 Woodcut after on an ink drawing Signed with the artist's stamp On paper 37 x 27 cm (c. 14,5 x 10,6 in) INFORMATION : Engraving publ...

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1930s Modern Animal Prints

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Woodcut

Clifton Karhu Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print "Kamigano"

$2,495

Clifton Karhu Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print "Kamigano"

By Clifton Karhu

Located in Studio City, CA

Karhu's work gained great esteem not only in Japan but worldwide. This limited edition print is signed, dated, and numbered (27/60) by the artist.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

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Shiko Shikou Munakata Signed Japanese Woodblock Buddha Bodhisattva Print

$9,500

Shiko Shikou Munakata Signed Japanese Woodblock Buddha Bodhisattva Print

By Shiko Munakata

Located in Studio City, CA

Louis The Munakata Shiko Memorial Museum of Art, Aomori, Aomori Prefecture, Japan. The work, which is printed on very thin fibrous Japanese paper, is hand-pencil signed and sealed i...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

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Toko Shinoda Signed Limited Edition Japanese Lithograph Print Stream

$2,850

Toko Shinoda Signed Limited Edition Japanese Lithograph Print Stream

By Toko Shinoda

Located in Studio City, CA

Would be a great addition to any collectors of Shinoda's work or Japanese or Asian art or print collection or an eye-catching stand-alone accent artwork in about any setting.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

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Wood, Paper

Original Woodblock print Japan (1925) by Tsukioka Kogyo (signed)

$384

Original Woodblock print Japan (1925) by Tsukioka Kogyo (signed)

Located in Oostende, BE

Original Woodblock print Japan (1925) by Tsukioka Kogyo (signed). From the series ‘Noga Taikan’.

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Vintage 1920s Japanese Prints

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Large Hand-Signed 1968 Japanese Woodblock Print by Okiie Hashimoto

$2,673

Large Hand-Signed 1968 Japanese Woodblock Print by Okiie Hashimoto

By Okiie Hashimoto

Located in Shepperton, Surrey

A large, abstract woodblock print by Japanese artist Okiie Hashimoto (橋本興家).

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Prints

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Partridge Print by Keiko Minami, Mid-Century Modern, Signed, Japan

$725Sale Price|50% Off

Partridge Print by Keiko Minami, Mid-Century Modern, Signed, Japan

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Keiko Minami (1911-2004). “ A Japanes painter and printmaker, Minami became well known for her work for UNICEF greeting cards and book illustrations. She was named official artist...

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Prints

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Junichiro Sekino Signed Limited Japanese Woodblock Print Mr. Ozek's Daughter

$995

Junichiro Sekino Signed Limited Japanese Woodblock Print Mr. Ozek's Daughter

By Junichiro Sekino

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderfully composed and colored, limited edition woodblock print by famed Japanese artist Junichiro Sekino This print, which is titled "Mr.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Prints

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Yoshitoshi Mori Signed Large Limited Edition Japanese Stencil Print, 1985

$2,450

Yoshitoshi Mori Signed Large Limited Edition Japanese Stencil Print, 1985

By Yoshitoshi Mori

Located in Studio City, CA

A quite large and engaging fine print by famed Japanese printmaker Yoshitoshi Mori.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

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Paper

Hiroyuki Tajima Signed Limited Edition Abstract Zen Japanese Woodblock Print

$995

Hiroyuki Tajima Signed Limited Edition Abstract Zen Japanese Woodblock Print

By Hiroyuki Tajima

Located in Studio City, CA

The print is pencil signed, titled, dated (1967), and apparently numbered (6/50).

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Prints

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Wood, Paper

Junichiro Sekino Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Boy and His Dog

$1,395

Junichiro Sekino Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Boy and His Dog

By Junichiro Sekino

Located in Studio City, CA

A relatively large, very appealing and enduring image of youth and friendship exemplified by a boy and his dog by master Japanese artist or printer Junichiro Sekino. The print is sta...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

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Hodaka Yoshida Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print "Cause, Blue"

$895

Hodaka Yoshida Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print "Cause, Blue"

By Hodaka Yoshida

Located in Studio City, CA

This print is pencil signed, numbered (30/50) and titled (also in Japanese) by the artist and was made in 1962.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Prints

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Kiyoshi Saito Signed Japanese Woodblock Geisha Print Maiko Kyoto 3

$995

Kiyoshi Saito Signed Japanese Woodblock Geisha Print Maiko Kyoto 3

By Kiyoshi Saitō

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautifully and serenely composed woodblock print by famed Japanese printmaker Kiyoshi Saito.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Prints

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Yoshitoshi Mori Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Stencil Print, 1969

$1,795

Yoshitoshi Mori Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Stencil Print, 1969

By Yoshitoshi Mori

Located in Studio City, CA

In the 1950s Mori became one of the key artist in the Sosaku Hanga movement (which stressed the artist as the sole creator of any given work as opposed to a collaborative effort). ...

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Prints

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Nobuo Sato Asian 1968 Etching / Mezzotint Artist Signed

$1,200

Nobuo Sato Asian 1968 Etching / Mezzotint Artist Signed

By Vintage Japanese Monochrome

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Signed in pencil by the artist numbered 35/100 and dated 1968.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Prints

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Paper

Isamu Sakamoto Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Morning Light

$495

Isamu Sakamoto Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Morning Light

Located in Studio City, CA

A gorgeous and quite radiant print by Japanese artist/printmaker Isamu Sakamoto titled "Morning Light."

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Showa Prints

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Paper

Clifton Karhu Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Teramachi-Kyoto

$895

Clifton Karhu Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Teramachi-Kyoto

By Clifton Karhu

Located in Studio City, CA

Karhu's work gained great esteem not only in Japan but worldwide. This limited edition print titled "Teramachi-Kyoto" featuring a landmark rooftop scene in Kyoto, Japan, is hand pe...

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Showa Prints

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Shiko 'Shikou' Munakata Signed Japanese Mingei Woodblock Print Hirosaki Castle

$2,495

Shiko 'Shikou' Munakata Signed Japanese Mingei Woodblock Print Hirosaki Castle

By Shiko Munakata

Located in Studio City, CA

Louis The Munakata Shiko Memorial Museum of Art, Aomori, Aomori Prefecture, Japan. The work, which is printed on very thin fibrous Japanese paper, is hand-pencil signed and sealed i...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

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Paper

Yoshitoshi Tsukioka Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Samurai Warrors on Horseback

$995

Yoshitoshi Tsukioka Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Samurai Warrors on Horseback

By Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, powerful, and visually striking Meiji Period woodblock print by revered Japanese artist/ printmaker Yoshitoshi Tsukioka (1839 - 1892 ) featuring two fierce Samurai warr...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Prints

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Mokuchu URUSHIBARAJapanese Print, Crows on a Branch - Signed Woodcut

$177

Japanese Print, Crows on a Branch - Signed Woodcut

By Mokuchu URUSHIBARA

Located in Paris, IDF

Mokuchu URUSHIBARA Crows on a branch, c. 1930 Woodcut after on an ink drawing Signed with the artist's stamp On paper 38.5 x 28 cm (c. 15,15 x 11.02 in) INFORMATION : Engraving pu...

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1930s Modern Animal Prints

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Woodcut

Paul Jacoulet Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Vieillad Au Chapelet, Kawadzu

$1,495

Paul Jacoulet Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Vieillad Au Chapelet, Kawadzu

By Paul Jacoulet

Located in Studio City, CA

The print was framed in Japan and is ready to display.

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Vintage 1940s Japanese Showa Prints

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Wood, Paper

Junichiro Sekino Signed Limited Edition Abstract Japanese Woodblock Print, 1956

$2,495

Junichiro Sekino Signed Limited Edition Abstract Japanese Woodblock Print, 1956

By Junichiro Sekino

Located in Studio City, CA

A truly wonderful and exceedingly rare abstract limited edition woodblock print by famed Japanese artist/printmaker Junichiro Sekino.

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Showa Prints

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Paper

Yoshitoshi Mori Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Stencil Print Sorrow

$1,995

Yoshitoshi Mori Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Stencil Print Sorrow

By Yoshitoshi Mori

Located in Studio City, CA

A large, beautifully designed and colored, dramatically composed print by Japanese master printmaker Yoshitoshi Mori who was famed for his kappazuri stencil printing technique.

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Showa Prints

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Paper

Ushio Takahashi Signed Japanese Mezzotint Print of Beautiful Woman "Reflecting"

$795

Ushio Takahashi Signed Japanese Mezzotint Print of Beautiful Woman "Reflecting"

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautiful and alluring limited edition mezzotint print by Japanese artist Ushio Takahashi (born 1944).

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1990s Japanese Modern Prints

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Wood, Paper

Masaoka Konobu Hasegawa Signed Rare Japanese Bunraku Puppet Woodblock Print

$395

Masaoka Konobu Hasegawa Signed Rare Japanese Bunraku Puppet Woodblock Print

Located in Studio City, CA

Signed and stamped within the image. Would be a great addition to any Japanese art or print collection or make for an eye-catching stand-alone accent artwork in about any setting.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

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Tsuruya Kokei Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Nakamura Shikan

$1,595

Tsuruya Kokei Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Nakamura Shikan

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful and quite rare woodblock print by unique master Japanese artist/ printmaker Tsuruya Kokei.

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1990s Japanese Showa Prints

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Paper

Tsuruya Kokei Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Ichikawa Monnosuke

$1,595

Tsuruya Kokei Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Ichikawa Monnosuke

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful and quite rare woodblock print by unique master Japanese artist/ printmaker Tsuruya Kokei.

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Vintage 1980s Japanese Showa Prints

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Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III) Signed Japanese Edo Triptych Woodblock Print

$995

Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III) Signed Japanese Edo Triptych Woodblock Print

By Utagawa Kunisada III, Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III)

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautiful, richly colored Japanese triptych woodblock print by famed Japanese Edp Period artist Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III) (1786-1864). This work features a group of Ooku wo...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Prints

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Hiroshi Yoshida Signed & Sealed Framed Japanese Woodblock Print Sarusawa Pond

$1,245

Hiroshi Yoshida Signed & Sealed Framed Japanese Woodblock Print Sarusawa Pond

By Hiroshi Yoshida

Located in Studio City, CA

Would be a great addition to any Japanese or Asian art and print collection or an eye-catching stand-alone accent artwork in about any setting.

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Prints

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Wood, Paper

Hiroshi Yoshida Signed & Sealed Framed Japanese Woodblock Print Yomei Gate

$1,245

Hiroshi Yoshida Signed & Sealed Framed Japanese Woodblock Print Yomei Gate

By Hiroshi Yoshida

Located in Studio City, CA

Would be a great addition to any Japanese or Asian art and print collection or an eye-catching stand-alone accent artwork in about any setting.

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Prints

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Wood, Paper

Hiroaki Takahas Japanese Woodblock Print “Thunderstorm At Tateishi” Signed C1925

$600Sale Price|20% Off

Hiroaki Takahas Japanese Woodblock Print “Thunderstorm At Tateishi” Signed C1925

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Japanese Wood Block Print “Thunderstorm At Tateishi” Signed by Hiroaki Takahashi C1925.

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20th Century Japanese Prints

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Kiyoshi Saito Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Persimmons Street, circa 1960

$1,245

Kiyoshi Saito Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Persimmons Street, circa 1960

By Kiyoshi Saitō

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautifully designed and complexly composed woodblock print by famed Japanese printmaker Kiyoshi Saito.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Prints

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Wood, Paper

Masaoka Konobu Hasegawa Signed Rare Japanese Bunraku Puppet Woodblock Print

$395

Masaoka Konobu Hasegawa Signed Rare Japanese Bunraku Puppet Woodblock Print

Located in Studio City, CA

A somewhat rare and hard-to-find image by Japanese artist Masaoka Konobu Hasegawa (though we have also seen this image attributed to artist Hanabusa Hideki as well) of a male Bunraku...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

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Kiyoshi Saito Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Okuno-Hosomichi

$1,595

Kiyoshi Saito Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Okuno-Hosomichi

By Kiyoshi Saitō

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautifully designed and composed woodblock print by famed Japanese printmaker Kiyoshi Saito.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Prints

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Japanese Signed Limited Edition Mezzotint Fruit Crab Apple Still Life Print

$349

Japanese Signed Limited Edition Mezzotint Fruit Crab Apple Still Life Print

Located in Studio City, CA

The print is pencil signed (Noriko?), titled ("Crab Apple) in Japanese and, numbered (3/75) by the artist.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

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Joichi or Joshi Saito Signed Limited Edition Japanese Modern Abstract Print

$369

Joichi or Joshi Saito Signed Limited Edition Japanese Modern Abstract Print

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautifully designed and colored work by Japanese artist Joichi (Joshi) Saito. The print is pencil signed and numbered (16/20) by the artist.

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20th Century Japanese Prints

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Okiie Hashimoto Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Snow Hill #7

$995

Okiie Hashimoto Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Snow Hill #7

By Okiie Hashimoto

Located in Studio City, CA

The work features a gorgeous wood grain sky pattern, wonderful composition and use of negative space, and beautiful use of mica to accentuate the frozen snow/ice in the foreground. ...

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Prints

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Kiyoshi Saitō Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print of Temple, 1965

$1,695

Kiyoshi Saitō Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print of Temple, 1965

By Kiyoshi Saitō

Located in Studio City, CA

A precisely composed, darkly hued woodblock print by famed Japanese printmaker Kiyoshi Saito.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Prints

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Tsuchiya Koitsu Signed Japanese Showa Period Woodblock Print Nagoya Castle, 1937

$795

Tsuchiya Koitsu Signed Japanese Showa Period Woodblock Print Nagoya Castle, 1937

By Tsuchiya Koitsu

Located in Studio City, CA

A very beautiful, serene large Oban size woodblock print by famed Japanese artist Tsuchiya Koitsu titled "Nagoya Castle" from the artist's series "Views of Japan." Nagoya Castle was...

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Prints

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Kiyoshi Saito Signed Japanese Woodblock Print of Geisha Maiko Puppet Bunraku

$895

Kiyoshi Saito Signed Japanese Woodblock Print of Geisha Maiko Puppet Bunraku

By Kiyoshi Saitō

Located in Studio City, CA

A richly colored and quietly composed woodblock portrait print by famed Japanese printmaker Kiyoshi Saito.

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Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Prints

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Kaoru Kawano Signed Large Japanese Woodblock Print Dancing Geisha Figure Eshima

$895

Kaoru Kawano Signed Large Japanese Woodblock Print Dancing Geisha Figure Eshima

By Kaoru Kawano

Located in Studio City, CA

Would make for a great addition to any Japanese art and print collection or Stand-out accent work in about any setting.

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Showa Prints

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Takeru AmanoTakeru Amano, Madonna - Signed Screen Print, Japanese Pop Art, 2024

$1,183

Takeru Amano, Madonna - Signed Screen Print, Japanese Pop Art

By Takeru Amano

Located in Hamburg, DE

Takeru Amano (Japaense, b. 1977) Madonna, 2024 Medium: Screenprint on 310gsm Somerset Satin Paper Dimensinos: 32 9/10 × 23 2/5 in 83.5 × 59.5 cm Edition 8/75: Hand-signed and numbered

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21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Prints

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Screen

Junichiro Sekino Signed Limited Edition Japanese Print Yosaku Feeling Ill, 1948

$4,500

Junichiro Sekino Signed Limited Edition Japanese Print Yosaku Feeling Ill, 1948

By Junichiro Sekino

Located in Studio City, CA

A truly wonderful and exceedingly rare early limited edition woodblock print by famed Japanese artist/printmaker Junichiro Sekino.

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Vintage 1940s Japanese Showa Prints

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Clifton Karhu Signed Limited Ed. Japanese Woodblock Print Karasuma Street, Kyoto

$2,495

Clifton Karhu Signed Limited Ed. Japanese Woodblock Print Karasuma Street, Kyoto

By Clifton Karhu

Located in Studio City, CA

Karhu's work gained great esteem not only in Japan but worldwide. This limited edition print is signed, dated, and numbered (32/50) by the artist.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

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Paper

Kiyoshi Saito Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Coral (B), 1958

$1,795

Kiyoshi Saito Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print Coral (B), 1958

By Kiyoshi Saitō

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautifully designed and composed woodblock print by famed Japanese printmaker Kiyoshi Saito.

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Showa Prints

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Paper

Japanese Edo 19th Century Signed Utagawa Kuniyoshi Diptych Woodblock Print

$2,175

Japanese Edo 19th Century Signed Utagawa Kuniyoshi Diptych Woodblock Print

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Japanese Edo period diptych woodblock print from the early to mid 19th century, signed by Utagawa Kuniyoshi.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Prints

Materials

Glass, Paint, Paper

Joshua Rome Signed Limited Ed. Japanese Woodblock Print Tsukiyo Moonlit Night

$595

Joshua Rome Signed Limited Ed. Japanese Woodblock Print Tsukiyo Moonlit Night

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautifully composed Japanese woodblock print by American born artist Joshua Rome titled "Tsukiyo" or Moonlit Night.

Category

Vintage 1980s Japanese Showa Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Kiyoshi Saito Signed Japanese Showa Woodblock Geisha Print Maiko Kyoto 1

$995

Kiyoshi Saito Signed Japanese Showa Woodblock Geisha Print Maiko Kyoto 1

By Kiyoshi Saitō

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautifully and serenely composed woodblock print by famed Japanese printmaker Kiyoshi Saito.

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Prints

Materials

Paper

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Japanese Print Signed For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Japanese print signed you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each Japanese print signed for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, wood and fabric. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Japanese print signed, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each Japanese print signed bearing Modern or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one Japanese print signed that is appealing in its simplicity, but Kiyoshi Saitō, Hiroshige and Yoshitoshi Mori produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Japanese Print Signed?

The average selling price for a Japanese print signed at 1stDibs is $950, while they’re typically $195 on the low end and $4,800 for the highest priced.

Questions About Japanese Print Signed

What is a signed print?
1 Answer
Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
A signed print is when the artwork was produced by the means of transferring ink into a particular medium like paper, wood, metal, etc., and then is hand-signed by the artist. And if the print is part of a 'limited edition' would be numbered as well.
What if a print is signed but not numbered?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
If a print is signed but not numbered, it may be an artist’s proof. Also called an AP, an artist’s proof is a print that the artist makes to test the printing process or for personal use and is not intended for sale. A signed but unnumbered print may also be a publisher's proof, a print that the publisher uses to assess image quality during the printing process. Find a wide variety of art prints on 1stDibs.
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 signed prints worth anything?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Similar to other artwork, hand-signed prints are more valuable than art that hasn't been signed by the artist. Where the signature is located does not have an effect on the value.
Irena Orlov ArtMarch 1, 2021
Yes. Prints may not have great value, but it increases if they are signed by a renowned artist. But other factors also play a role, such as a limited edition and one-of-a-kind. If a large number of people have a work, the exclusivity and therefore the value are reduced.
Is it worth buying signed prints?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
Many art lovers believe that buying signed prints is worth it. Signed prints, especially hand-signed rather than plate-signed signatures, are often part of limited edition series. As a result, they may increase in value over time. Plus, compared to paintings, prints tend to be more affordable, making it possible to build a collection of art with less of an investment. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in art prints is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Shop a wide range of signed prints and other art on 1stDibs.
Is it worth buying a signed print?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
Many art lovers believe that a signed print is worth buying. Art prints make it possible to build a collection of art at a lower price than what you'd typically expect to pay for paintings, and you can choose from thousands of options. Signed prints are particularly desirable because they often translate to added value on the secondary market, particularly when the artist signed them by hand. However, whether or not it's worth investing in signed art prints is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find art prints and other art on 1stDibs.
Are Japanese woodblock prints valuable?
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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?
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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.
Are plate signed prints worth anything?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
Whether plate-signed prints are worth anything depends on the artist, the rarity of the piece, its condition and other factors. While artists’ editions tend to be more affordable and available than his or her unique works, and so new collectors are often directed toward prints as a starting point, accessibility, however, does not mean prints appreciate at a different pace from other mediums. The market for paintings increases parallel to the prints market (and a signed work may be more valuable to collectors than an unsigned print). A certified appraiser or art industry professional can evaluate specific prints and determine their value. On 1stDibs, shop a range of prints from some of the world’s top galleries.
How much is a signed Picasso print worth?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 6, 2024
A signed Picasso print can be worth quite a bit of money. In 2022, a signed print titled "Le Repas frugal" ("The Frugal Repast") by the revolutionary Spanish artist sold for $8 million.

While a Cubist painting by the artist sold for $179 million in 2015, the price range for original Pablo Picasso prints is vast. A signed Picasso print can garner millions of dollars at auction, even as a lesser-known lithograph might sell for somewhere in the low five figures.

It's important to note that determining the value of any collectible depends on a variety of factors. Fine art prints are more valuable when they are signed by the artist, and experts suggest that a print's value can gradually increase over time. A signed Picasso print's precise worth, however, will depend on its condition (paper is fragile!), subject matter and provenance.

Larger prints as well as works in color are likely to be worth more than their smaller counterparts in black and white. The value of a print is also informed by whether the work is editioned or not, as well as the size and number of the edition. (A print from an edition run of 50 is theoretically more valuable than one from a run of 200.)

Picasso created "The Frugal Repast" at the end of what is known as his "Blue Period," in which the artist stuck to a monochromatic palette of blue and blue-green for most of the paintings he produced between 1901 and 1904.

The etching was made in 1904 in Paris using a recycled zinc plate that Picasso scraped clean of what was previously there. The print is part of what came to be known as the "Saltimbanque Suite," the artist's first major body of work in printmaking. And while Picasso had no formal training in printmaking, he was a tireless innovator with media, creating more than 20,000 paintings, drawings, prints, ceramics and sculptures throughout his lifetime.

Find a range of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.