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Japanese Print, The Cat - Signed Woodcut
Japanese Print, The Cat - Signed Woodcut

Japanese Print, The Cat - Signed Woodcut

Located in Paris, IDF

Mokuchu URUSHIBARA The Cat, c. 1930 Woodcut after on an ink drawing Signed with the artist's stamp

Category

1930s Modern Animal Prints

Materials

Woodcut

TWO SIAMESE CATS
TWO SIAMESE CATS

TWO SIAMESE CATS

By Junichiro Sekino

Located in Santa Monica, CA

JUN'ICHIRO SEKINO (1914-1988) TWO SIAMESE CATS Japanese Woodblock Print, c. 1960, 1st edition

Category

1960s Modern Animal Prints

Materials

Woodcut

Japanese Inspired Bench with Wild Cat Print and Faux Fur
Japanese Inspired Bench with Wild Cat Print and Faux Fur

Japanese Inspired Bench with Wild Cat Print and Faux Fur

By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

Japanese inspired bench in supple maple frame with matte finish is adorned with an unexpected mix

Category

2010s American Modern Benches

Materials

Velvet, Faux Fur

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Cat Basking in the Sun
Cat Basking in the Sun

Cat Basking in the Sun

By Susumu Yamaguchi

Located in Burbank, CA

-carved and self-printed by the artist. Original Japanese color woodblock print.

Category

1960s Showa Animal Prints

Materials

Woodcut

Japanese Print, The Cat - Signed Woodcut
Japanese Print, The Cat - Signed Woodcut

Japanese Print, The Cat - Signed Woodcut

Located in Paris, IDF

Mokuchu URUSHIBARA The Cat, c. 1930 Woodcut after on an ink drawing Signed with the artist's stamp

Category

1930s Modern Animal Prints

Materials

Woodcut

Junichiro Sekino Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Lovesick Cat 'Cat on Rooftop'
Junichiro Sekino Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Lovesick Cat 'Cat on Rooftop'

Junichiro Sekino Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Lovesick Cat 'Cat on Rooftop'

By Junichiro Sekino

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderfully composed, richly colored, and somewhat whimsical woodblock print by famed Japanese

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Showa Prints

Materials

Paper

Mid-Century Japanese Wood Block Cat Print "Chorus of Cats" by Tomoo Inagaki
Mid-Century Japanese Wood Block Cat Print "Chorus of Cats" by Tomoo Inagaki

Mid-Century Japanese Wood Block Cat Print "Chorus of Cats" by Tomoo Inagaki

Located in San Diego, CA

Mid-Century Japanese wood block cat print entitled "Chorus of Cats" by Tomoo Inagaki, circa 1950s

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Iwao Akiyama Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print of Black Cat
Iwao Akiyama Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print of Black Cat

Iwao Akiyama Signed Limited Edition Japanese Woodblock Print of Black Cat

Located in Studio City, CA

addition to collectors of Japanese prints or cat lovers in general. Sure to stand out in about any setting

Category

1990s Japanese Modern Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Kiyoshi Saito Signed Stamped Japanese Woodblock Print of Pensive Cat, 1960
Kiyoshi Saito Signed Stamped Japanese Woodblock Print of Pensive Cat, 1960

Kiyoshi Saito Signed Stamped Japanese Woodblock Print of Pensive Cat, 1960

By Kiyoshi Saitō

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderfully composed woodblock print by famed Japanese printmaker Kiyoshi Saito. Many consider

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Prints

Materials

Paper

Kiyoshi Saito Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Striped Mother Cat and Kittens
Kiyoshi Saito Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Striped Mother Cat and Kittens

Kiyoshi Saito Signed Japanese Woodblock Print Striped Mother Cat and Kittens

By Kiyoshi Saitō

Located in Studio City, CA

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

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Prints

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Long-Tailed Cat
Long-Tailed Cat

Tomoo InagakiLong-Tailed Cat

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H 23.55 in W 14.97 in

Long-Tailed Cat

By Tomoo Inagaki

Located in Burbank, CA

essence of a cat in a semi-abstracted style. Original Japanese color woodblock print. Self-carved and self

Category

1950s Showa Animal Prints

Materials

Woodcut

Tama The Cat
Tama The Cat

Tama The Cat

By Takahashi Hiroaki (Shotei)

Located in Burbank, CA

A white cat eyes the viewer from a seat of comfort. The black background has been printed in the

Category

1920s Showa Animal Prints

Materials

Woodcut

Tsumori Chiaso "Cat" Print Cotton Dress
Tsumori Chiaso "Cat" Print Cotton Dress

Tsumori Chiaso "Cat" Print Cotton Dress

By Tsumori Chisato

Located in Port Hope, ON

Cat printed clothing is Japanese Designer Tsumori Chiaso's trademark. This is a rare print which

Category

20th Century Japanese Day Dresses

Hiroaki Takahashi "Tama, the Cat" Japanese Woodblock Print
Hiroaki Takahashi "Tama, the Cat" Japanese Woodblock Print

Hiroaki Takahashi "Tama, the Cat" Japanese Woodblock Print

By Takahashi Hiroaki 2

Located in Concord, MA

Takahashi Hiroaki. (Japanese, 1871-1944). “Tama, the Cat”, circa 1926. Woodblock print in color

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Prints

Materials

Paper

Foujita, Persian White Cat, Original Woodblock Print, Early 20th Century Art
Foujita, Persian White Cat, Original Woodblock Print, Early 20th Century Art

Foujita, Persian White Cat, Original Woodblock Print, Early 20th Century Art

By Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita

Located in London, GB

Persian cat by the Franco-Japanese artist Léonard Foujita. Renowned for his ghostly white nudes and cats

Category

Early 20th Century French Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

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Japanese Prints Cats For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of japanese prints cats available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct japanese prints cats — often made from fabric, paper and bamboo — can elevate any home. Find 3 antique and vintage japanese prints cats at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Japanese prints cats have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Japanese prints cats bearing modern hallmark is very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made japanese prints cats over the years, but those made by Jhon Ortiz, Doug Johnston and The Tailored Home are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Japanese Prints Cats?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,251, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $165,000 highest priced.
Questions About Japanese Prints Cats
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The story behind the Japanese cat traces back to ancient folklore. In the tale, a cat saves the life of a samurai who turns out to be quite wealthy. To show his thanks, the man made a very generous donation to the temple. In Japanese culture, cat sculptures and figurines are symbols of good luck and known as “maneki-neko.” Find a range of Japanese decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.