Kunisada, Two Kabuki Woodblock Prints, 1850s

Kunisada, Two Kabuki Woodblock Prints, 1850s

Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III) (Japanese, 1786-1864). "Ichikawa Danjuro VIII as Jitsumu Shonin Jiraiya Holding a Compass" from the play "Jiraiya Goketsu Monogatari", 1852, ukiyo-e color and ink woodblock print on paper, signed in plate. "Yamabayashi Bohachi" from the play "Nanso Satomi Hakkenden" (The Chronicles of the Eight Dog Heroes of the Satomi Clan), circa 1855, ukiyo-e color and ink woodblock print on paper, signed in plate. Both framed.

Approximate dimensions: "Ichikawa Danjuro VIII ": Sight: 13 3/4 x 9 1/4 in. (34.9 x 23.5 cm.)
Frame (without hardware): 20 5/8 x 16 1/8 x 1/4 in. (52.4 x 41 x 0.6 cm.)

Provenance: Private Collection of Daniel Gould, Acworth, GA.

Condition
Not examined out of frames. Minimal apparent handling wear and sun fading. "Yamabayashi Bohachi" having light skinning to LL and scattered light foxing. It is the buyer's responsibility to examine each lot in advance of bidding so as to satisfy themselves concerning condition, genuineness, age, description, etc. The absence of a condition report does not guarantee that the lot is in good condition or free from damage and wear. We encourage you to request a condition report and/or additional photos prior to bidding on any lot by emailing info@AandOauctions.comPlease refer to our Terms & Conditions of Sale for full details on our condition report policy.