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| Notes (1st edition) | Artist Utamaro Series Comparing the charms of five beauties Title Hanazuma of the Hyogoya house Date Of Work 1795-96 Publisher Omiya Gonkuro Dimensions 14.375 x 9.5. Notes Illusrtrated in"the Passionate art of Utamaro, #233. Collectors seal LL corner verso. | ||
| Publisher (this edition): | Fusui Gabo | Hashiguchi Goyo | Omiya Gonkuro (1790s/1800s) |
| Date of this item: | 1795-96 | ||
| Notes (this edition) These notes were written by the original owner/seller/auctioner of the item and may be inaccurate.: | KITAGAWA UTAMARO Hanazuma of the Hyogoya House from the series "Comparing the Charms of Five Beauties" -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: originated c. 1795, this is a deluxe 1920s edition published by Fusui Gabo Size: oban, approx. 10.5" x 15.5" Condition: G, with toning and wear to the mica as shown Impression: Fine, white mica background on tanned paper, nice impression, stong keylines Color: Fine, good strong color with bleed through to the verso -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT FUSUI GABO COMPANY Fusui Gabo was a publishing house active during the 1930's in Tokyo owned by Fusui Shobo. Fusui Gabo was renowned for the high quality of their prints, and their specialty was reproducing prints by famous ukiyo-e masters, the publisher also worked with shin hanga artists, including Takahashi Shotei (Hiroaki) on bijin-ga and landscape prints. The publisher's seal is found stamped in the side margin of the print above the printer carver seals and reads "Copyright owned by Fusui Gabo Company" (Hanyen shoyu Fusui Gabo hakko). Most of the prints published by Fusui Gabo are not dated. Fusui Gabo was not active after World War II and it is presumed that the company disbanded during the war. |
Utamaro (1750 - 1806) Japanese Woodblock Reprint Hanazuma of the Hyogoya Series; Comparing the Charms of Five Beauties Hashiguchi Goyo Reprints - Hashiguchi Goyo is one of the most famous and admired artists of 20th century Japanese woodblocks. Often called the "Taisho Utamaro," Goyo published this masterful set of reprints as an homage to his Edo era predecessor. Released in 1920, shortly before Goyo's death, these are indisputably the finest Utamaro reprints ever produced. Sparing no expense in production, these prints feature finely embossed details and shimmering mica accents that truly distinguish them from lesser reproductions. These prints are considered some of the rarest and most valuable reprints on the market. As the production numbers for this series was quite low, they are almost impossible to find on the market today. This is an excellent opportunity for serious collectors as we are unlikely to come across another group of these oban Goyo reprints in such fine condition. Bid or buy now! Note: Each print has the red rectangular Goyo seal in the margin (see seal below) Hanazuma of the Hyogoya - Beautiful image of the lovely courtesan Hanazuma reading a letter from an admirer. She examines the writing carefully, holding the letter close to her face. Her hair is piled high on her head and tied back with a white ribbon, a few delicate wisps escaping around her face. The circular inset at upper left is a picture puzzle spelling out the title of the work. A classic Utamaro beauty subject. Artist - Utamaro (1750 - 1806) Image Size - 14 3/4" x 9 5/8" + margins as shown Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Faint toning. Some prints have faint creasing at edges. Please see photos for details. Generally in nice condition overall. |
Condition Fine impression, good color, trimmed. Several small holes repaired, otherwise good condition. |