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A Japanese Ukiyo-e Woodblock Print Triptych, Edo Period

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Estimated price: £400 - £600

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Description

This lot comprises a triptych of Japanese woodblock prints on paper, rendered in the Ukiyo-e style, likely dating from the Edo period. Each vertical panel depicts stylized male figures, characteristic of Kabuki actor portraits (yakusha-e), engaged in dramatic scenes with dynamic poses and theatrical expressions against decorative backdrops. Multiple rectangular and circular cartouches containing Japanese script are visible on each print, likely indicating artist, publisher, and subject details.


Condition report:

The prints exhibit significant fading to the original color palette, particularly in the reds and blues. Various creases are present, most notably horizontal folds across the panels. The paper shows age-related wear, including minor tears, small losses, and unevenness along the edges, consistent across all three panels.