An original Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock print by the celebrated Edo-period master Utagawa Kunisada (1786–1865), one of the most prolific and influential artists of 19th century Japan. The print depicts an elegantly dressed female figure in a striking blue checked kimono within an interior setting, rendered with the refined linework and subtle colour palette for which Kunisada became renowned.
The work bears Kunisada's publisher and censor seals and appears to date from the mid-19th century Edo period. The composition captures the intimate narrative quality typical of the artist's bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women), a genre that remains among the most sought-after forms of Japanese woodblock art.
The print displays clear signs of age including creasing, toning, surface wear and areas of foxing visible throughout, all consistent with an authentic 19th century impression. These age-related characteristics contribute to its historical authenticity and charm. It has been attractively presented within a later mount and frame, ready for display.
Kunisada was among the leading figures of the Utagawa School and his works are held in major collections worldwide including the British Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and numerous Japanese institutions. Original impressions continue to attract collectors of Japanese art, ukiyo-e and Asian decorative arts.
Overall framed size approximately 49 x 39 cm (19.3 x 15.4 inches).
An evocative and decorative original Edo-period woodblock print that works beautifully within Japandi, wabi-sabi, maximalist and collector-focused interiors.
The work bears Kunisada's publisher and censor seals and appears to date from the mid-19th century Edo period. The composition captures the intimate narrative quality typical of the artist's bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women), a genre that remains among the most sought-after forms of Japanese woodblock art.
The print displays clear signs of age including creasing, toning, surface wear and areas of foxing visible throughout, all consistent with an authentic 19th century impression. These age-related characteristics contribute to its historical authenticity and charm. It has been attractively presented within a later mount and frame, ready for display.
Kunisada was among the leading figures of the Utagawa School and his works are held in major collections worldwide including the British Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and numerous Japanese institutions. Original impressions continue to attract collectors of Japanese art, ukiyo-e and Asian decorative arts.
Overall framed size approximately 49 x 39 cm (19.3 x 15.4 inches).
An evocative and decorative original Edo-period woodblock print that works beautifully within Japandi, wabi-sabi, maximalist and collector-focused interiors.