Japanese woodblock designed by Toyokuni Utagawa (歌川豊国; 1769-1825)
13 April 2020
Description

Japanese woodblock designed by Toyokuni Utagawa (歌川豊国; 1769-1825) also known as Toyokuni I.

Provenance

Found in the house I moved into, says “Purchased at Auction” on the back.

Acquired from
Other
For sale
Yes
Answered within 1 day
By Sara S
Apr 15, 05:28 UTC
Fair Market Value
$100 - $400 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Hello Austin,

Thank you for your appraisal inquiry with MeArto. The item presented appears to be a Japanese woodblock designed by Toyokuni Utagawa (歌川豊国; 1769-1825) also known as Toyokuni I. The print includes his signature type "Toyokuni ga." The work was published by Nishimuraya Yohachi, as indicated by the "mitsu tomoe" seal (the comma-like swirl symbol with a ˆ over it). The print also features a round censor seal reading "kiwame" (approved), dating the print to 1790 - 1805. I am sorry but I was not able to identify which series the print is from. Toyokuni I is incredibly prolific, creating over 9,000 woodblocks. The estimate provided is based recent auction estimates of Toyokuni I woodblocks. Further authentication and a full condition report may effect the value. Thank you and please take care.

Austin phillips Apr 18, 21:49 UTC

Thank you so much!!

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