Japanese woodblock print titled Handpuppet Made from a Bucket Woman of the Enpo Era [1673-81] Taru ningyo Enpo koro fujin from the series Thirty-six Selected Beauties by Mizuno Toshikata. The print is dated to the Meiji period and features a vibrant depiction of a scene with figures engaged in a traditional puppet performance under cherry blossoms. The artist Mizuno Toshikata 1866-1908 was a renowned Japanese painter and print designer particularly recognized for his bijin-ga beauty portraits and historical and genre scenes. The print is backed and exhibits foxing consistent with age. Overall dimensions are 9 3/4 inches wide x 14 inches high.. .

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Japanese woodblock print by Mizuno Toshikata titled Shelter from the Rain: Woman of the Tenna Era [1681-84] (Ameyadori, Tenna koro fujin), from the series Thirty-six Elegant Selections (Sanjuroku kasen). The print depicts an elegantly dressed woman seeking shelter under a tree alongside another figure, with muted yet detailed colors typical of Mizuno Toshikata's craft. The woodblock shows areas of foxing and is backed with another layer. Mizuno Toshikata (1866-1908) was a renowned Japanese artist, recognized for his skills in woodblock printing, particularly for his bijin-ga (images of beautiful women) and historical themes. Toshikata studied under Tsukioka Yoshitoshi and became a master of the Meiji-period style, blending Western and traditional Japanese artistic techniques. Dimensions of the piece are 9 3/4 inches wide and 14 inches high.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled Sanjurokkasen Thirty-six Selected Beauties  by Toshikata Mizuno (1866-1908). This piece was published by Akiyama Buemon, with the Toshikata signature and seal present. The print is dated September 1893 (Meiji 25) and is in oban format, measuring 24.1 cm x 35.7 cm. It features women in traditional Enkyo-era clothing amidst a serene garden setting with irises. The condition shows foxing and backing. Toshikata Mizuno was a prominent Meiji-era artist known for ukiyo-e and genre paintings, celebrated for depicting elegance and beauty. His works reflect intricate depictions of Japanese culture and traditional attire.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled "Viewing a Waterfall: Women of the Jokyo Era (1684 - 1688)" by Toshikata Mizuno, from the series "Thirty-six Selected Beauties" (Sanju-roku Kasen). The artwork depicts women of the Jokyo Era engaging in the activity of viewing a waterfall. Toshikata Mizuno (1866–1908) was a Japanese artist known for his contributions to the ukiyo-e genre, particularly his expertise in bijin-ga, or pictures of beautiful women. Condition includes foxing and backing. The print measures 9 3/4 inches wide by 14 inches high.. .

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Japanese woodblock print by Mizuno Toshikata titled New Year Charm in the Shape of a Love Letter: Woman of the Genroku Era from the series Thirty-six Elegant Selections. This print portrays a woman from the Genroku era receiving a love letter, possibly delivered by a messenger veiled by a scarf or her disguised lover. The piece exhibits fine attention to historical and cultural detail. Mizuno Toshikata (1866-1908) was a celebrated Japanese artist and illustrator who was well-known for his contributions to ukiyo-e and modern Japanese genre scenes. His works often depicted graceful women, warriors, and historical themes, blending tradition with evolving techniques in the Meiji period. This print measures 9 3/4 inches wide by 14 inches high, with visible foxing on the surface and tape backing on the reverse.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled Tea Ceremony: Woman of the Hoei Era by Mizuno Toshikata (1866-1908). The print is part of a series titled Thirty-six Selected Beautiess (Sanjuroku kasen) and depicts a woman carrying a parasol and walking through a garden towards a tea hut, evoking the Japanese tea ceremony (Chanoyu). Mizuno Toshikata is renowned for bridging traditional ukiyo-e techniques with modern Meiji-period artistic styles, making significant contributions to Japanese woodblock printing. The print measures 9 3/4 inches in width by 14 inches in height. Minor foxing and backing observed.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled Gathering Mushrooms: Women of the Shotoku Era (1711 - 1716) by Toshikata Mizuno. This print is part of the Thirty-six Selected Beauties series, which showcases women from various time periods and walks of life engaged in daily activities. The depicted scene features women from the Shotoku era (1711 - 1716) gathering mushrooms, highlighting moments of historical and cultural significance. Condition includes light foxing and backing. The print measures 9 3/4 inches wide by 14 inches high. Toshikata Mizuno (1866-1908) was a renowned Japanese artist, widely celebrated for his contributions to the ukiyo-e art style. His works often emphasized the grace and beauty of women, blending traditional techniques with a modern sensibility during the Meiji period. He was considered one of the prominent woodblock print artists of his time.. .

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Antique Japanese woodblock print by Mizuno Toshikata, titled Excursion to the Mountains: Women of the Kyôhô Era [1716-36] (Yûzan, Kyôhô goro fujin). This work is from the series Thirty-six Elegant Selections (Sanjûroku kasen), identified as No. 13. It was published by Akiyama Buemon between Meiji 24th and 26th year (1891-1893). The print depicts women from the Kyôhô era against a mountainous landscape, a thematic representation of the floating world (ukiyo-e). Signed by Toshikata, it measures 9 3/4 inches wide by 14 inches high. The condition shows foxing and backing, consistent with its age.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled Enjoying the Doll Festival: Women of the Bunkyu Era 1861-64 by Toshikata Mizuno 1866-1908, part of his Thirty-six Selected Beauties series. The artwork depicts women and children participating in Hina Asobi doll play, a traditional activity linked to the Japanese Hina Matsuri or Dolls Festival. Celebrated on March 3rd, Hina Matsuri is an annual festival honoring the health and happiness of girls. Toshikata Mizuno was a distinguished Japanese print artist and painter, whose works often explored themes from traditional life and culture in late Edo and early Meiji periods. Condition includes foxing and backing. Dimensions are 9 3/4 inches wide by 14 inches high.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled Chrysanthemum Viewing: Women of the Kanpo Era 1741-44 (Kikumi, Kanpo koro fujin) from the series Thirty-six Elegant Selections (Sanjuuroku senju) by Mizuno Toshikata (1866-1908). Recognized as a prominent ukiyo-e artist of the Meiji period, Mizuno Toshikata captivated audiences with his depictions of women’s daily lives, and this series explores elegant moments from various time periods. The print, measuring 9 3/4 inches wide by 14 inches high, is backed and features signs of age, including foxing. It is a refined example of Toshikata’s artistry, combining intricate detail with a sense of timeless elegance.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled The Fourth Month Woman of the Enkyo Era (1744-1748) by Mizuno Toshikata, part of the Thirty-six Selected Beauties series. The print depicts a woman from the Enkyo era, seated on a veranda gazing at the cloudy moon and a bird flying by. Mizuno Toshikata (1866-1908) was a favored student of Tsukioka Yoshitoshi and widely recognized for his historical paintings and illustrations. The Thirty-six Selected Beauties series, issued from 1891 to 1894, portrays women from different periods during the Edo and earlier eras. The print measures 9 3/4 inches wide by 14 inches high and exhibits foxing and backing. This artwork provides a glimpse into traditional Japanese aesthetics and history.. .

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A Japanese woodblock print titled Tea-house Waitress: Woman of the Horeki Era [1751-64] by Mizuno Toshikata, part of the series Thirty-six Selected Beauties (Sanju-roku Kasen). Published in 1893 by Akiyama Buemon, this bijin-ga image portrays a waitress standing in front of a tea shop, depicting daily life in Japan. The print captures traditional attire and surroundings, characteristic of the Horeki Era. The artist Mizuno Toshikata (1866-1908) was a prominent Meiji-era painter and woodblock printmaker known for his detailed bijin-ga and historical subjects. This piece exhibits condition issues, including tears along the left edge, visible foxing, and backing. Dimensions are approximately 9 3/4 wide x 14 high.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled The Sound of Insects Woman of the Kanen Era by the artist Mizuno Toshikata (1866-1908). This piece is part of the Thirty-six Selected Beauties series (Sanjuuroku kasen), which sought to highlight the elegance and classic beauty of Japanese women through different periods and societal roles. The print depicts a serene autumn evening where two women, seated outdoors, are enjoying the sound of insects, reflecting a tranquil moment of daily life during the Kanen era (1748–51). The print measures 9 3/4 inches wide by 14 inches high. Condition issues include foxing, visible particularly on the backing.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled High-class Courtesan and Her Maid by Mizuno Toshikata (1866-1908). Part of Toshikata’s series 36 Selected Beauties (Sanjuroku Kasen), this artwork illustrates a high-class courtesan and her maid standing on the engawa, or veranda, of a house, with cherry blossoms softly framing the background. Mizuno Toshikata was an acclaimed Japanese artist renowned for his mastery in ukiyo-e woodblock printing, especially in the portrayal of nihonga-inspired themes and depictions of women. The print measures approximately 9 3/4 inches wide by 14 inches high. The condition includes some foxing and evidence of backing on the reverse side.. .

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Japanese woodblock print from Mizuno Toshikata’s Sanjuroku-Kasen, also referred to as Thirty-Six Selected Beauties, a collection created between 1891 and 1893. The print features an elegantly dressed woman seated near a tree with vivid red foliage. The composition includes detailed elements such as traditional Japanese sliding screens and floral patterns in the attire. The print measures 9 3/4 inches wide by 14 inches high. Condition includes foxing and evidence of backing on the reverse side. Mizuno Toshikata (1866-1908) was a prominent artist of the Meiji period, renowned for his expertise in bijin-ga (images of beautiful women) and his contribution to the preservation and evolution of traditional Japanese woodblock print art.. .

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This Japanese woodblock print diptych, titled "Index or Title Pages from Thirty-Six Images of Beauty," is a creation by renowned artist Mizuno Toshikata (1866-1908). Serving as the introduction to his celebrated series of 36 prints, the artwork features elegant depictions of flowers and leaves, contrasted strikingly against a black background—a hallmark of Toshikata's mastery of design and aesthetic. The diptych highlights his finesse in capturing intricate floral and genre scenes. The print's dimensions are approximately 19 1/2 inches high by 14 inches wide. The artwork has backing and displays signs of foxing. Mizuno Toshikata, a celebrated Meiji-era artist, was noted for his contributions to woodblock prints and his keen ability to merge traditional techniques with contemporary designs. His work frequently explored themes of beauty, nature, and daily life, earning him acclaim as a master of both genre and bijin-ga (beautiful women) paintings.. .

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Japanese woodblock print by Tsuchiya Koitsu (1870-1949) entitled Gate Yomei, the Nikko Shrine. This piece is a first edition and measures 11 inches high by 16 inches wide. The print showcases an ornate and detailed depiction of the Yomeimon Gate of the Nikko Shrine with intricate architectural elements and lush natural surroundings. The artist, Tsuchiya Koitsu, was renowned for his skill in creating evocative and finely detailed landscapes. Born in 1870, Koitsu joined the Kiyochika Kobayashi studio at age 15, where he trained in traditional ukiyo-e techniques. His works often highlight the interplay of light, shadow, and vibrant coloration, a hallmark of the Shin-Hanga movement. The piece exhibits mild toning, light creases, and residue on the reverse right corners consistent with its age. A masterful example of craftsmanship and an important work in Japanese art.. .

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Japanese Woodblock Print titled Twilight at Imamiya Street Choshi, originally designed by Koitsu Ishiwata (1897-1987) in 1932 during the Shin Hanga movement. Known for his ability to capture delicate lighting effects, Koitsu was a central figure in the Shin Hanga (New Print) movement, which focused on combining traditional Japanese woodblock printing techniques with Western influences in light and shadow. This print showcases a tranquil twilight scene in a Japanese street, likely in Choshi, a port city in Chiba Prefecture. Measuring approximately 15 1/2 inches high by 10 1/4 inches wide, the artwork displays characteristic toning with the bottom edge trimmed. This version represents a post-war impression of Koitsu's work, maintaining the original detail and atmosphere.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled Fujiyama from Okitsu by Hiroshi Yoshida, originally created in 1928. This print is part of his Ten Views of Mount Fuji series and depicts a serene view of Mount Fuji as seen from Okitsu beach, showcasing boats on the shore and the mountain's reflection in the water. Dimensions are approximately 16 inches high, 10.75 inches wide. The piece is stamped with the artist's signature and exhibits foxing. Hiroshi Yoshida (1876-1950) was a significant figure in the shin-hanga movement, which combined traditional ukiyo-e techniques with Western artistic elements. Renowned for his landscape prints, Yoshida's works are characterized by their attention to detail and play of light, which brought a fresh perspective to the traditional Japanese printmaking art form.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled Grand Canyon, originally created in 1925 by Hiroshi Yoshida as part of his The United States series. The print measures 16 inches high by 10 1/2 inches wide and features a stamped signature on the lower left. Hiroshi Yoshida (1876-1950) was a leading figure in the shin-hanga (new print) movement in Japan. He is celebrated for his meticulous technique and ability to capture both natural landscapes and urban environments with remarkable depth and beauty. Yoshida often traveled extensively to find inspiration, and his prints from The United States series are highly regarded for their blending of Japanese woodblock traditions with Western themes.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled Hunter Spying a Hawk by Kobayashi Kiyochika, created around 1880. The artwork is a diptych, originally composed of two separate prints seamlessly joined together, showcasing Kiyochika's unique blend of traditional ukiyo-e techniques and Western influences, particularly in his use of light and shadow. The dramatic scene depicts a hunter hiding among trees while observing a hawk perched above a gorge with a rushing river. The dimensions of the print are 14 1/2 high x 10 1/2 wide. The print has trimming and residue on the reverse corners. Kobayashi Kiyochika is renowned as an innovative artist of the Meiji period (1868-1912), noted for illustrating the transformation of Japanese society and landscapes with captivating artistry.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled Ancient Court Wagon for Lords by Bakufu Ohno (1888-1976), measuring 16 1/4 inches high, 11 1/2 inches wide. This artwork dates to around the 1950s and showcases the left sheet of a paired design. The scene features an elegant ox cart, referred to as an ancient court wagon, surrounded by flowering plants and framed by bamboo in the background. The wagon is adorned with stylized floral decorations and square motifs on its sides, with blinds that can be rolled up. Light toning is present on the print. Bakufu Ohno was a prominent Japanese artist specializing in woodblock prints, renowned for his intricate depictions of natural subjects and traditional Japanese scenes. His works are celebrated for their technical precision and aesthetic beauty, contributing significantly to the 20th-century woodblock revival.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled Moon at Magome by Kawase Hasui, originally created in 1930. This post-war impression measures 10 1/2 inches high by 15 inches wide. The image depicts a full moon partially obscured by clouds, casting light over a thatched farm dwelling and tilled field in Magome, Gifu Prefecture. This print is part of Hasui’s famed Twenty Views of Tokyo (Tokyo Nijukkei) series and is regarded as one of his most iconic night scenes. It exemplifies the shin-hanga style, which revitalized traditional ukiyo-e techniques by incorporating Western artistic influences. This particular piece has mild toning. Kawase Hasui (1883–1957) was a seminal figure in the shin-hanga movement. Celebrated for his landscapes and seasonal scenes infused with poetic ambiance, Hasui collaborated with renowned publisher Watanabe Shozaburo, producing some of the most sought-after woodblock prints of the 20th century. His works gained wide acclaim for their technical mastery and serene beauty, cementing his legacy as one of Japan’s preeminent modern printmakers.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled Aoba Castle, Sendai, created by the Shin-hanga artist Kawase Hasui (1883-1957). This artwork, originally designed in 1933, portrays a nighttime scene of Aoba Castle in Sendai, Japan, emphasizing Hasui's skill in rendering natural light and atmosphere. The print measures 10 1/2 inches high by 15 1/2 inches wide. This post-war impression has been trimmed on the bottom edge and exhibits light toning. Kawase Hasui is celebrated for his significant contributions to the Shin-hanga movement, blending traditional Japanese aesthetics with Western-inspired realism. His works often depict serene landscapes and urban scenes, focusing on transient lighting conditions and cultural landmarks, making them highly collectible and revered worldwide.. .

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Japanese woodblock print titled Rain at Maekawa (Soshu Maekawa no ame), a renowned post-war impression created in 1932 by Kawase Hasui (1883-1957). This example measures 10 1/2 inches high by 15 1/2 inches wide and shows mild toning. The piece depicts a rainy evening in Maekawa, Sagami Province (present-day Kanagawa Prefecture). A figure with an umbrella walks along a quiet street lined with traditional thatched-roof houses and large pine trees, with reflections of light shimmering in puddles to evoke a serene atmosphere. | | Kawase Hasui was a leading figure in the Shin-hanga (new prints) movement, blending traditional Japanese woodblock printing techniques with Western-style influences, such as natural light and atmospheric effects like rain, mist, and snow. His work is celebrated for its tranquil landscapes that capture the essence of Japan’s natural beauty and cultural heritage.. .

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