Utagawa Toyokuni I, Japanese woodblock print, palace scene

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300 €
19th century
Asian Arts
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    Japanese print by Utagawa Toyokuni I depicting the interior of a palace. The colors and gradations are of high quality. This is a very fine Edo-era edition produced according to traditional Japanese printmaking methods, in the art of ukiyo-e. It's always very pleasant to feel the relief of the wooden ink pads as you pass your hand over this print, and photo 6 aims to show this relief and the quality of the washi paper used.
    Very good condition, Edo period, Japan.

    Dimensions, yuko-e orientation:
    Height: 25.7 cm
    Width: 37.5 cm

    About Utagawa Toyokuni I:
    He was born in Edo, the son of Kurohashi Gorobei, a craftsman specializing in the creation of dolls and puppets, including representations of kabuki actors. At the age of 14, Toyokuni became a pupil of Utagawa Toyoharu, founder of the Utagawa School. His father had a close relationship with Toyoharu, who lived nearby. Among Toyoharu's classmates was Toyohiro, whose most famous pupil became the remarkable artist Hiroshige.
    In recognition of his skill, Toyokuni adopted the name Utagawa Toyokuni, following the tradition of using part of his master's name. Although trained in the ukiyo-e style, he always lacked the classical skills possessed by other artists of his time, such as Utamaro or Eishi.
    He was particularly interested in the work of Kiyonaga, Shunman, Choki and Eishi. Despite some notable successes, Toyokuni was primarily recognized as a versatile imitator. His most famous portraits depict kabuki actors, although his works are not as striking as Sharaku's on the same theme.
    Kunisada, also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, is Toyokuni's most famous heir.

    Ref: 0KZGI73EUQ

    Condition Good
    Style Asian Arts (Engravings, Prints of Asian Arts Style)
    Period 19th century (Engravings, Prints 19th century)
    Country of origin Japan
    Artist Utagawa Toyokuni I
    Width (cm) 37,5
    Height (cm) 25,7
    Materials Paper
    Shipping Time Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days
    Location 75018, Paris, France
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