Bidspirit auction | Utagawa Yoshikazu (Active 1848-1870)

Utagawa Yoshikazu (Active 1848-1870) - A JAPANESE WOODBLOCK-PRINTED SUGOROKU CIRCA 1861. Utagawa Yoshikazu (Active 1848-1870) Shinpan Ijin Sugoroku (New Edition of Foreigners' Sugoroku) Circa 1861 The central panoramic view of the recently opened treaty port of Yokohama depicts Western-style tile-roofed buildings, foreign merchants strolling the streets, and a bridge crossing the canal in Yokohama. It is surrounded by numerous small images depicting Westerners horseback riding, playing musical instruments operating oil lamps, sewing, drinking tea, drawing, and riding on horseback. Image measures 17.75 x 26.5 with a framed size of 24.5 x 33.25 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house. Dimensions Image measures 17.75 x 26.5 with a framed size of 24.5 x 33.25 inches. Condition Very good condition throughout, no damage, repair or heavy fold lines. Provenance The estate of John Adair Jr. (1942-2025), founder and proprietor of Kurofune Antiques in Tokyo (est. 1978), a world-renowned destination for Japanese basketry, prints and furniture featured in The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Wall Street Journal.