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PAIR JAPANESE WOOD BLOCK PRINTS BY SHARAKU

A pair of Japanese wood block prints by Sharaku in black frames.

Toshusai Sharaku, Ichikawa Komazo II Reprint

Ink, color, and powdered mica woodblock print on oban sized paper. This reprint is of one of Sharaku's most famous "big head" actor prints from 1794 depicting Ichikawa Komazo II as Shiga Daishichi, dressed in sinister black kimono. The scene is from the play 'Katakiuchi noriai banashi' or 'A Medley of Tales of Revenge,' depicting the moment when he will draw his sword to murder Matsushita Mikinoshin. With artist's signature "Toshusai Sharaku ga" and Tsutaya Juzaburo publisher's seal. Approx. 9 3/4 by 14 3/4 in., 25 by 37.5 cm.

Japanese Woodblock Print, Sharaku

Toshusai Sharaku (active 1794–1795), 'Hanshiro IV as Shigenoi', nishikie woodblock print of the famous kabuki actor, with the signature and seal, sight 15"h x 10"w, frame:20.5"h x 16.75"w

Toshusai Sharaku (act.1794) The Actor Otani Oniji in the Role of Edohei, Reproduction print,

Toshusai Sharaku (act.1794) The Actor Otani Oniji in the Role of Edohei, Reproduction print, Together with another woodblock print by an unknown artist. Image dimensions: h: 14 x w: 9 in.

Toshusai Sharaku, (active 1794–1795), Ichikawa Komazo III as Kameya Chubei and Nakayama Tomisaburo as Umegawa, 1794 with another exampl

Toshusai Sharaku (active 1794–1795) Ichikawa Komazo III as Kameya Chubei and Nakayama Tomisaburo as Umegawa, 1794 with another example Keisai Eisen (1790-1848) Courtesan and Riddle from the series Collection of Riddles from the Fashionable Floating World woodblock prints first signed Toshusai Sharaku ga (upper left), second signed Keisei Eisen ga (lower left) Height of larger 15 1/4 x width 10 1/4 inches.

Toshusai Sharaku (active c. 1794-95) The Actor Ichikawa Omezo as the Manservant Yakko Ippei, Woodcut print,

Toshusai Sharaku (active c. 1794-95) The Actor Ichikawa Omezo as the Manservant Yakko Ippei, Restrike woodcut print, Signed with artist's stamp. Together with a second woodcut print by Sharaku depicting a lady and child. Dimensions: h: 15 1/4 x w: 10 1/2 in.

Toshusai Sharaku (fl. 1794-1795) Two Kabuki Actors Woodblock print, 20th Century,

Toshusai Sharaku (fl. 1794-1795) Two Kabuki Actors Woodblock print, 20th Century, Inscribed upper left. Dimensions: h: 15 1/4 x w: 10 1/4 in.

Toshusai Sharaku (fl. 1794-1795) Two Kabuki Actors Woodblock print, 20th Century,

Toshusai Sharaku (fl. 1794-1795) Two Kabuki Actors Woodblock print, 20th Century, Inscribed upper left. Dimensions: h: 15 1/4 x w: 10 1/4 in.

SHARAKU, TOSHUSAI

SHARAKU, TOSHUSAI ‚Matsumoto Yonesaburo as Shosho of Kewaizaka'‚ Paar Oban, Blattmaß ca. 36 cm x 25 cm und ‚Otani Tokuji as Sodesuke', Blattmaß 36,5 cm x 23,5 cm, Knickspuren, min. ber., jeweils hinter Glas gerahmt. Japan, Entwurf: 1794, entstanden 1. und 2. Hälfte 20. Jh.

2 sets of Japanese Wood Block Prints

Two sets of Japanese wood block prints. 1st item: Portfolio of 6 Japanese wood block prints by Sharaku of portraits of 2 women and 4 men, all in excellent condition, image: 11 1/2" H x 7 1/2" W, paper: 12 1/4" H - 12 1/2" H & 8 1/4" W - 8" W, 20th century. 2nd item: Portfolio of 1 cover sheet and 6 Japanese wood block prints on rice paper of different domestic scenes in colors of blue and sienna. All in excellent condition and image size of 9 3/4" square, 20th century. (13 pcs. total)

Sharaku Toshusai (actif 1794-1795)

Sharaku Toshusai (actif 1794-1795) Ichikawa Yaozo III (1747-1818) dans le rôle de Tanabe Bunzo L'acteur Ichikawa Yaozo III (1747-1818) dans le role de Tanabe Bunzo, blesse, epaules tombantes, bras...

Toshusai Sharaku (Jpn, active 1794 - 1795). Portrait of a Kabuki actor. Dated Showa period.

Toshusai Sharaku (Jpn, active 1794 - 1795). Portrait of a Kabuki actor. Dated Showa period. Color woodblock print with mica pigments. Artist's signature in plate, lower left. Kiwame sensor seal and Tsutaya Jusaburo publisher's cartouche, lower left. Overall toned. Mat-framed. Oban tate-e 10" x 15 1/4".

Sharaku Toshusai (actif 1794-1795)

Sharaku Toshusai (actif 1794-1795) Sawamura Sojuro III dans le rôle d'Otomo No Kuronushi (Homme de cour et poète). Il est habillé comme un bûcheron avec un bonnet noir à coques et porte sur son dos...

Sharaku Toshusai (actif 1794-1795)

Sharaku Toshusai (actif 1794-1795) Arashi Ryuzo II dans le rôle de Yakko Ukiyo Matahei et Otani Hiroji III dans celui de Yakko Tosa Matahei Ukiyo Matahei et Tosa Matahei, serviteurs, se tiennent l'un...

Sharaku Toshusai (Actif 1794-1795)

Sharaku Toshusai (Actif 1794-1795) Nakayama Tomisaburo dans le rôle de Miyagino L'acteur au long visage retient de sa main gauche un kimono uni de couleur orange recouvrant deux kimono intérieurs...

Toshusai Sharaku (act. 1794-95)

Toshusai Sharaku (act. 1794-95) Actor Iwai Hanshiro IV as the Wet Nurse Shigenoi An okubi-e (large-head portrait) on a dark silver-mica ground of the actor in the play Koinyobo somewake tazuna (The beloved's particolored reins), performed at the Kawarazaki Theater in the fifth month of Kansei 6 (1794), signed Toshusai Sharaku ga, published by Tsutaya Juzaburo-- good impression, faded and toned, wear to mica, pinhole worming Oban tate-e; 14 9/16 x 9 3/8in. (36.9 x 23.8cm.)

TÔSHÛSAI SHARAKU (ACTIF 1794-1795) ARASHI RYUZO II DANS LE RÔLE DE ISHIBE KINKICHI, 1794

TÔSHÛSAI SHARAKU (ACTIF 1794-1795) ARASHI RYUZO II DANS LE RÔLE DE ISHIBE KINKICHI, 1794 TÔSHÛSAI SHARAKU (FL.1794-1795), AN OKUBI-E PORTRAIT OF THE ACTOR ARASHI RYUZO II AS THE EVIL MONEY LENDER ISHIBE KINKICHI, FIFTH MONTH, KANSEI 6 (1794) dans la pièce Hana ayame bunroku Soga , signé Toshusai Sharaku Marque d'éditeur Tsutaya Jûsabûro. Cachet de censure Kiwame. Cachet TSN. Good impression and colours, slightly trimmed, mica rubbed in places, mica restored at the edges. oban tate-e 37 x 24,8 cm, 14 9/16 by 9 3/4 in.

TÔSHÛSAI SHARAKU (ACTIF 1794-1795) ICHIKAWA EBIZO IV, DANS LE RÔLE DE TAKEMURA SADANOSHIN, 1794

TÔSHÛSAI SHARAKU (ACTIF 1794-1795) ICHIKAWA EBIZO IV, DANS LE RÔLE DE TAKEMURA SADANOSHIN, 1794 TÔSHÛSAI SHARAKU (FL.1794-1795) OKUBI-E OF THE ACTOR ICHIKAWA EBIZO IV IN THE ROLE OF TAKEMURA SADANOSHIN, IN THE PLAY KOINYOBO SOMEWAKE TAZUE , PERFORMED AT THE KAWARAZAKI-ZA IN THE FIFTH MONTH, KANSEI 6 (1794) dans la pièce Koinyobo Somewake Tazue , jouée au Kawarazaki-za le 5ème mois de l'année Kansei 6 (1794), fond micacé gris. Signé Tôshûsai Sharaku ga. Marque de l'éditeur Tsutaya Jûsaburô. Cachet de censure kiwame. Cachets Tadamasa Hayashi et Henri Vever. Fine impression, full size, mica worn and restored, some marks, partial fading. Contemporary Edo period drawing of a samurai to the reverse. Oban tate-e: 38,5 x 25,6 cm, 15 1/8 x 10 1/8 in.

SHARAKU circa 1795 A WOOD BLOCK HALF LENGTH

SHARAKU circa 1795 A WOOD BLOCK HALF LENGTH PORTRAIT STUDY OF ICHIKAWA EBIZO PLAYING TAKEMURA SADANOSHIN, a Print, 39cm x 25cm

TOSHUSAI SHARAKU (ACTIF ENTRE 1794-95) YONDAI IWAI HANSHIRO NO MENOTO SHIGENOI (IWAI HANSHIRO IV DANS LE RÔLE DE LA NURSE SHIGENOI)

Oban tate-e, signée Toshusai Sharaku ga; cachet de l'éditeur Tsutaya Condition: faded; mica rubbed; some restoration, for the hole in the middle; lower right, some warm holes, creases

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce «

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Keisei Sanbon Karakasa »

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Hana

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Hana ayame bunroku soga »

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce «

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Katakiuchi Noriai-Banishi »

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Hana

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Hana ayame bunroku soga »

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce «

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Koinyobo somewake tazuna »

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Hana

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Hana ayame bunroku soga »

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce «?Koinyobo somewake tazuna?»

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Hana

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Hana ayame bunroku soga »

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce «

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Katakiuchi Noriai-Banishi »

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce «

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Koinyobo somewake tazuna »

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce «

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Koinyobo somewake tazuna »

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce «

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Katakiuchi Noriai-Banishi »

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Hana

Toshusai Sharaku - Oban tate-e de la pièce « Hana ayame bunroku soga »

Sharaku Toshusai, Sakuragi, from Osagawa Tsuneyo II

woodcut in colours, signed and sealed in the woodblock, colours slightly attenuated, overall creases, tears and minor foxmarks mainly in the lower right quadrant, paper losses at the three corners and other minor defects, framed

ESTAMPES JAPONAISES Sharaku (actif 1794-1795) :

ESTAMPES JAPONAISES Sharaku (actif 1794-1795) : Oban tate-e okubi-e représentant l'acteur Osagawa Tsuneyo II probablement dans le rôle d'Ayame, l'épouse de Sadanoshin...

Toshusai Sharaku (act. 1794-95)

Toshusai Sharaku (act. 1794-95) The actor Ichikawa Yaozo III as Tanabe Bunzo in the play Hanayame Bunroku Soga performed at the Miyako-za in the fifth month of Kansei 6 (1794), an okubi-e on a dark mica ground, signed Toshusai Sharaku ga, censor's seal kiwame, published by Tsutaya Juzaburo, good impression, slightly faded, mica slightly worn Oban tate-e

Sharaku, Toshusai (1770 - 1825). Die zwei

Sharaku, Toshusai (1770 - 1825). Die zwei Schauspieler Nakajima Wadaemon und Nakamura Konozo. Farbholzschnitt. LM 35,5 x 22,5. Gerahmt

Toshusai Sharaku (Act. 1794-95)

Toshusai Sharaku (Act. 1794-95) Bando Mitsugoro II in the role of Ishii Genzoe, an okubi-e [large-head portrait] on a silver mica ground of the actor in the play Hana ayame Bunroku Soga [The Iris Soga of the Bunroku Era] performed at the Miyako Theatre in the fifth month of Kansei 6 (1794), signed Toshusai Sharaku ga, published by Tsutaya Juzaburo, good impression, gauffrage in robe, colours faded, some rubbing Oban tate-e

Toshusai Sharaku (act. 1794-95)

Toshusai Sharaku (act. 1794-95) Arashi Ryuzo as the money lender Ishibe Kinkichi, an okubi-e [large-head portrait] of the actor in the play Hana ayame bunroku soga [The Iris Soga of the Bunroku Era], performed at the Miyako theater in the fifth month of Kansei 6 (1794), signed Toshusai Sharaku ga, published by Tsutaya Juzaburo, very good impression, some vertical creasing, wormholes repaired Oban tate-e

okubi-e de l'acteur Onoe Matsusuke I dans le rôle de Matsushita Mikinoshin dans la pièce Go - Taiheiki Shiraishi - banashi jouée le cinquième mois de Kansei 6 (1794); l'homme présenté l'air inquiet, une barbe naissante et décoiffé, tenant à la main un éventail, son kimono vert fonçé, le mon de la famille Matsusuke en forme de deux éventails inscrit Matsu sur la manche droite; fond micacé gris argent, marque de l'éditeur Tsutaya Jusaburo , cachet de censure Kiwame , signé Tushusai Sharaku ga Oban 36,4 cm x 23,9 cm; 13 5/16 x 9 7/16 in. Bonne impression, rognée en haut et légèrement à gauche, usures et restauration au mica, salissures partielles, réalignée sur papier de riz (restauration ancienne). Fair condition overall, good impression and colours, sliglty trimmed along the left and top margin, some soiling and foxing, the Mica worn and restored in one area, backed on rice paper .

Sanogawa Ichimatsu III as O-Nayo and Ichikawa Tomiemon as Kanisaka Toda

Toshusai Sharaku (act. 1794-95) Sanogawa Ichimatsu III as O-Nayo and Ichikawa Tomiemon as Kanisaka Toda An okubi-e (large-head picture) on a silver mica ground of the actors in the play Hana-ayame Bunroku Soga (The Iris Soga of the Bunroku era), performed at the Miyako Theater in the fifth month of Kansei 6 (1794), signed Toshusai Sharaku ga and published by Tsutaya Juzaburo--very good impression, wear to mica, faded, soiled, stained, repaired, backed oban tate-e: 38.5 x 24.9cm

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SAWAMURA SOJURO III AS KUJAKU SABURO aiban, 32.3 by 22.2cm., 12 3/4 by 8 3/4 in. an okubi-e of the actor, wearing a striped haori and bearing a composed expression as he is about to draw his sword, in the play Uruu-utoshi Meika no Homare, the actor's haigo (haiku poetry name), Kinokuniya toshi inscribed in a rectangular cartouche to the right, performed in the 11th month of Kansei 6 [1794], at the Miyako-za, censor's seal kiwame, publisher's mark of Tsutaya Jûzaburô, signed Toshusai Sharaku ga This is one of two prints relating to the story on the struggle for succession to the throne between the imperial princes Korehito and Koretaka. This print depicts the former's most trusted retainer, the central figure in the combat between the two contending parties. In the guise of a messenger, he is about to engage a rival retainer in battle Condition Note: Very good impression and colour, rather soiled with a few pin holes, minor crease marks We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described in our catalogue. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE. LITERATURE UTSS, vol.7, pl.43; Rumpf, no.54; Narasaki (Kodansa 1983), no.32

f - TÔSHÛSAI SHARAKU, (FL.1794-95), 1794

OTANI TOKUJI AS MONOGUSA TARO hosoban, 32 by 14.2cm., 12 1/2 by 5 9/16 in. a full length portrait of the actor set against a yellow ground, is shown in farmer's garb and carrying an oar, in the play Keisei sanbon karakusa, performed in the 7th month of Kansei 6 [1794] at the Miyako-za, censor's seal kiwame, publisher's mark of Tsutaya Juzaburo, signed Toshusai Sharaku ga Condition Note: Very good impression and colour, slightly soiled and foxed with a few pin holes We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described in our catalogue. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE. LITERATURE UTSS vol.7, pl.68; Rumpf, no.55; Riccar 1981, no.11; Narasaki (Kodansha) 1983, no.16 NOTE This design represents the left sheet of a triptych, with Sakata Hangoro III as Kosodate on the right and Ichikawa Tomiemon as Inokuma Monbei in the centre

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ICHIKAWA DANJURO VI AS SOGA NO GORO TOKUMINE hosoban, 31.3 by 13.5cm., 11 7/8 by 5 9/16 in. a full length portrait of the actor shown bent over with his right hand raised, clenched in a fist and the other clasped over the hilt of his sword, in the play Nidonokakekatsu irosoga, performed in the 1st month of Kansei 7 [1795], at the Kiri-za, censor's seal kiwame, publisher's mark of Tsutaya Jûzaburô, signed Toshusai Sharaku ga Condition Note: Fairly good impression, slightly faded, soiled, trimmed and laid-down, with restored tears and wormage We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described in our catalogue. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE. LITERATURE UTSS vol.7, pl.109; Rumpf, no.114; Riccar 1981, no.52 NOTE This is the centre sheet from a triptych with Ichikawa Yaozo III as Juro Sukenari on the right and Ichikawa Ebizo as Kudo Suketsune on the left. The complete triptych is held in the Art Institute of Chicago

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PROPERTY FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION oban, 35.2 by 24.2cm., 13 7/8 by 9 1/2 in. an okubi-e of the actor Osagawa Tsuneyo II, in the role of Ippei's sister `Osan', in the play Koi nyobo Somewake Tazuna, performed in the 5th month of Kansei 6 [1794] at the Kawarazaki-ya, performed in 1794; dark grey mica ground, censor's seal kiwame, publisher's mark of Tsutaya Juzaburo; signed Toshusai Sharaku ga Condition Note: Fine impression, a little trimmed on top and right margins, slightly foxed with minor restored wormage. We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described in our catalogue. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE. LITERATURE Subject reproduced Vignier & Inada, Paris, 1911, no.282; Henderson and Ledoux, p.95, no.21; Yoshida/Adachi, Sharaku, vol.1, no.25; Hillier, Gale Catalogue, no.26; Japan Ukiyo-e Society 20th Anniversary exhibition catalogue, Sharaku to Kessaku Ukiyo-e Ten (Nakao Collection), Tokyo, 1979, no.26; Galerie Huguette Berès Exhibition Catalogue, Sharaku: Portraits d'acteurs 1794-1795, Paris, 1980, no.20; Masterpieces of Ukiyo-e from The British Museum, Tokyo, The Asashi Shimbunshal, 1985, no.143; Asano Shugo, Sharaku no Iki, p.46, pl.no.22, Shogakukan/Tokyo, 2006