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Lot 0008: ANTIQUE 1845 JAPAN HOKKEI WOOD BLOCK PRINT KINTARO

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Hokkei Totoya, an antique Japanese woodblock print depicting Kintaro (sometimes called Kintoki The strong boy) serving as sumo referee for a fight between a tengu and a rooster. Ink and color on paper. Edo period, circa 1845. Rochishin is one of the 108 heroes of the Suikoden (Waterfront Stories), a Chinese novel. Note: Totoya Hokkei, 1780 to 1850, was a Japanese artist best known for his prints in the ukiyo-e style. Hokkei was one of Hokusais first and best-known students and worked in a variety of styles and genres and produced a large body of work in prints, book illustrations, and paintings. His work also appeared under the art names Aoigazono, Aoigaoka and Kyosai. Antique Asian and Oriental Graphic Art Prints For Collectors.

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Overall good vintage condition. Signs of wear and Age. Refer to photos. Sold as is.
Frame L 14 3/4 x W 11 3/4 in. Image L 8 x W 7 in. All measurements are approximate.

Auction Date

May 25th, 2024

PRICE WITH BUYER PREMIUM

$192.00