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

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Estimated price: £150 - £350

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Description

This lot comprises four Japanese woodblock prints, consistent with the ukiyo-e style, likely dating from the Edo or Meiji period. Each print depicts human figures in dramatic poses and elaborate costumes, typical of actor portraits or scenes from traditional Japanese narratives. Executed on paper using the woodblock printing technique, all pieces feature visible Japanese characters within vertical cartouches, presumably identifying artists, titles, or series.


Condition report:

The overall condition ranges from fair to poor, characterized by significant color fading, especially evident in the muted reds and blues, along with various creases, light staining, smudges, and general paper discoloration consistent with age and prior handling.