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Four Japanese Ukiyo-e Woodblock Prints, Edo or Meiji Period

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Estimated price: £400 - £600

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Description

This lot comprises four Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints on paper, likely dating from the Edo or Meiji period. Each print depicts figures in traditional attire, predominantly women, rendered in the characteristic ukiyo-e style with bold outlines and areas of flat color. Compositions vary, including bust portraits and multi-figure scenes. Visible Japanese characters in various cartouches are present, likely indicating artist signatures, publisher marks, and series titles.


Condition report:

Three prints exhibit relatively vibrant coloration with minor age-related discoloration and edge wear. The bottom-left print shows more pronounced color fading, general paper discoloration, and visible creasing.