- 2 Frassetto Way - Lincoln Park, NJ 07035
Grossman Estate, Autographs, and Fresh Finds
Lot 253:
Sold for: $50
Description
Two Japanese woodblock prints depicting Kabuki actors in character roles. The print on the left is by Gototei Kunisada (Utagawa Kunisada I, 1786–1865) and depicts the actor Ichikawa Danjuro. It is signed Gototei Kunisada ga at the bottom right and includes the mark of the publisher Yamamoto-ya Heikichi. The print on the right is by Ichiyusai Kuniyoshi (Utagawa Kuniyoshi, 1798–1861). It bears the artist’s signature Ichiyusai Kuniyoshi ga, two circular censor seals, the artist’s distinctive red kiri seal, and the mark of the publisher Yamamoto-ya Heikichi. Larger sheet 14 1/2 x 9 7/8 inches.
Condition report:
Both prints exhibit age-appropriate condition issues including overall paper toning and browning. There are visible handling creases throughout and minor edge fraying. The Kunisada print has more significant browning and a small puncture with paper loss on the left edge of the central figure\'s robe. The Kuniyoshi print shows light staining and minor surface dirt.
Share this lot:
