2910 Coney Island Ave 1st Floor Brooklyn, NY 11235 USA, United States
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A large collection of antique items combined from several NYC estates. Fine art, photographs, documents, military memorabilia, art glass, porcelain, decorative antiques, and more...
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LOT 12:
ANTIQUE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK AFTER TSUKIOKA YOSHITOSHI
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Sold for: $40
Start price:
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Estimated price :
$100 - $150
Buyer's Premium: 28%
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ANTIQUE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK AFTER TSUKIOKA YOSHITOSHI
Color woodblock on paper, after Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, 1839 to 1892, a Japanese artist recognized as the last great master of the ukiyo-e genre. Titled Rakan no Takezō Holding a Wine Keg in One Hand. Plate 27 from the Kinsei kyogiden series, Biographies of Modern Men. The series illustrates the men involved in a deadly confrontation between two gambling rings in Shimosa Province in 1849. Much like the 47 Ronin, these outlaws became popular culture heroes in Japan. Dated 1966, Late Edo era. Titled underneath. Artists signature with Yoshi Kiri seal in the lower left. The woodblock comes with a printed Japanese text about Buddhist arhats. Collectible Oriental Graphic Art Prints.
Dimensions
9 1/2 x 6 in. All measurements are approximate.
Condition
Overall good antique condition. Signs of wear and Age. Refer to photos. Sold as is.
