Decorative & Fine Arts Curated Auction

Kawanabe Kyosai Hyakki Gadan Woodblocks

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Start price: $500

Estimated price: $1,000 - $2,000

Buyer's premium: 28%

Sales Tax: On buyer's premium only

Kawanabe Kyosai (Japanese, 1831-1889). Hyakki Gadan (Night Parade of 100 Demons). Set of woodblock prints partially bound in an orihon (accordion) style book. 25 total leaves in 6 separate sections, with cloth covers. Book 7 3/4" x 9 1/2". Front and back covers detached and prints in 6 separate sections, covers with fraying, staining and wear, pages all with foxing and toning, some separation of glue at seams, some leaves appear to be missing.

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