Lot 461
Four Japanese 18th and 19th Century Woodblock Prints, One Attributed to Torii Kiyotsune. Four antique Japanese wood block prints. The smallest of the four attributed to Torii Kiyotsune (acquired from The Metzger Collection as noted on verso) of three women cooking and washing. 6½ x 5" and framed to 10 x 8". Next in size is unsigned and shows an older man and a woman with a rake and broom in hand conveying a knowing intimacy. A turtle is seen at their feet, a symbol of longevity. 7 x 5" and nicely matted and framed to 15 x 12". The final pair of 19th Century wood block prints are by two artists of note. The first are the two women in blue kimonos having tea by Utagawa Kuniyoshi and titled The Third Month. The second is by Utagawa Toyokuni of a Kabuki actor. Even though by two different artists, compliment beautifully. Kuniyoshi measures 10 x 15" framed to 21 x 16" and the Toyokuni 11 x 15" and framed to 21 x 16". Estimate Value $300 - UP
From The Estate of Dr. Clinton Roath Jr.
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