Bidspirit auction | Pair of Edo-Period Japanese Woodblock

Pair of Edo-Period Japanese Woodblock Print - Item/Description: Two Edo-period Japanese woodblock prints (ukiyo-e) by prominent masters of the genre, both featuring bijinga (beautiful women) in hashira-e (pillar print) format. Includes: Keisai Eisen (1790-1848) ”Beauty Reading a Letter” with artist's signature stamp and a glamorous courtesan or geisha by Utagawa Kunisada II (1823-1880) with signature seal. In matching ebonized nad gilt wood frsmes. (Kikugawa Eizan, Kikukawa Eizan, Kakemono-e, Oban, Oiran) Material: Color woodblocks, framed under glass Dimensions: Image size: Height: 25 3/4”; Width: 8 1/2”. Framed: Height: 38 1/4”; Width: 16 1/4” Condition: Signs of age and wear include surface scratches, scuffing, and chipping to frame. Discoloration and staining to prints. Age: 1810s - 1830s Provenance: Private Estate Shipping: $85 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.