After Suzuki Harunobu (Japanese, 1725) Woodblock Print
DESCRIPTION: After Suzuki Harunobu (Japanese, 1725) Japanese Woodblock print. On paper laid on backing paper. Depicts a pair of Japanese women crossing a bridge. Unsigned. Framed.
Suzuki Harunobu (c. 1725 – 7 July 1770) was a Japanese designer of woodblock print artist in the Ukiyo-e style. He was an innovator, the first to produce full-colour prints (nishiki-e) in 1765, rendering obsolete the former modes of two- and three-color prints. Harunobu used many special techniques, and depicted a wide variety of subjects, from classical poems to contemporary beauties. Like many artists of his day, Harunobu also produced a number of shunga, or erotic images.
CIRCA: Early 20th Century
ORIGIN: Japan
DIMENSIONS: H: 15 3/4" W: 4 3/4". Frame: H: 21 1/4" W: 10"
CONDITION: Good Condition
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DESCRIPTION: After Suzuki Harunobu (Japanese, 1725) Japanese Woodblock print. On paper laid on backing paper. Depicts a pair of Japanese women crossing a bridge. Unsigned. Framed.
Suzuki Harunobu (c. 1725 – 7 July 1770) was a Japanese designer of woodblock print artist in the Ukiyo-e style. He was an innovator, the first to produce full-colour prints (nishiki-e) in 1765, rendering obsolete the former modes of two- and three-color prints. Harunobu used many special techniques, and depicted a wide variety of subjects, from classical poems to contemporary beauties. Like many artists of his day, Harunobu also produced a number of shunga, or erotic images.
CIRCA: Early 20th Century
ORIGIN: Japan
DIMENSIONS: H: 15 3/4" W: 4 3/4". Frame: H: 21 1/4" W: 10"
CONDITION: Good Condition
Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please email info@akibaantiques.com for further details.
