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Japanese Woodblock Print by Yanagawa Shigenobu 柳川重信 '1787-1832'

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Japanese woodblock print (1823) by Yanagawa Shigenobu 1787-1832, unframed. About the artist Born in Yanagawa in 1787, Shigenobu worked as a puppet maker before a successful career as a ukiyo-e printmaker and book illustrator. A student of the great Hokusai, Shigenobu married his teacher’s daughter. Upon their marriage, Hokusai handed down his go (artist name) “Raito” to his new son-in-law. Shigenobu is known for his delicate surimono (lavish, privately commissioned works), graceful beauties, and inviting landscapes.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)Depth: 0.15 in (3.81 mm)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1823
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Norton, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5848225335221
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