{"title":"Utagawa Kunisada","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"ichikawa-danjuro-vii-as-kan-shojo-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Ichikawa Danjuro VII as Kan Shojo - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting the actor Ichikawa Danjuro VII in a dramatic Kabuki role, featuring bold makeup and expressive lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada captures the actor Ichikawa Danjuro VII in the role of Kan Shojo, a character from the play Sugawara Denju Tenarai Kagami. The scene depicts the moment of transformation at Mt. Tenpai, where the protagonist, having been exiled, manifests his vengeful spirit. Kunisada employs the dramatic kumadori makeup style, using bold red lines against a pale face to convey intense emotion and supernatural power. The actor's hair is depicted in a wild, flowing manner, suggesting a state of agitation or spiritual possession.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn his mouth, the figure holds a sprig of plum blossoms, a reference to the character's deep attachment to the tree he left behind in Kyoto. The composition focuses on the upper torso and head, allowing for a clear view of the expressive facial features and the stylised patterns on the costume. The colour palette is restrained, relying on the contrast between the black ink of the hair and robes, the stark white of the skin, and the sharp red of the makeup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada was a prolific designer of actor prints, and this work demonstrates his ability to translate the energy of the Kabuki stage into the two-dimensional medium of the woodblock. The print serves as a record of a specific performance style, documenting the physical presence and costume details of a celebrated actor of the Edo period. The lines are precise, reflecting the technical skill of the carvers who worked alongside the artist to produce these popular images for the public. This print offers a view into the visual culture of nineteenth-century Japan, where theatre and printmaking were closely linked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/evening-shower-at-nihonbashi-bridge-utagawa-hiroshige-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Shower at Nihonbashi Bridge - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/three-women-dining-before-a-group-of-trees-utagawa-toyokuni-i\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThree Women Dining Before a Group of Trees - Utagawa Toyokuni I — Utagawa Toyokuni I\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429079290191,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429088072015,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429088104783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429088137551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429088170319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429088203087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429088235855,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429088268623,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429088301391,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429088334159,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429088366927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429088399695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ichikawa-Danjuro-VII-as-Kan-Shojo_Poster_CompositorV1_1786175312972.jpg?v=1786231494"},{"product_id":"abalone-divers-off-the-coast-of-ise-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Abalone Divers off the Coast of Ise - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA traditional Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting ama divers at work off the coast of Ise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicts the traditional practice of ama divers working off the coast of Ise. The composition captures a scene of maritime labour, showing several figures in small wooden boats, while others are submerged in the water, actively gathering shellfish from the rocky seabed. The artist employs a clear, narrative approach, balancing the human activity with the natural environment of the coastal waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada, a prolific designer of the Utagawa school, was known for his ability to capture both the theatricality of kabuki actors and the daily lives of people in Edo-period Japan. In this work, the figures are rendered with characteristic fluidity, their postures conveying the physical effort required for their trade. The water is represented through rhythmic, repeating lines that suggest movement and depth, a common technique in mid-nineteenth-century Japanese printmaking. The palette remains restrained, relying on muted blues and earthy tones to maintain a sense of atmospheric realism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print provides a glimpse into the regional customs of the Ise province, an area historically associated with these divers. By focusing on the specific actions of the individuals, Kunisada documents a vocational practice that held cultural weight during the period. The inclusion of the rocky shoreline and the distant hills provides a sense of place, grounding the figures within their specific geographical context. As a fine art print, this piece offers an opportunity to observe the technical precision of the woodblock medium, from the controlled line work to the subtle application of colour. It is a representative example of the genre scenes produced during the later years of the Edo period, reflecting the interest in regional geography and the lives of the working population.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-moon-viewing-promontory-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Moon-Viewing Promontory - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429099245903,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429106880847,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429106913615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429106946383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429106979151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429107011919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429107044687,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429107077455,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429107110223,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429107142991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429107175759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429107208527,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Abalone-Divers-off-the-Coast-of-Ise_Poster_CompositorV1_1786175648145.jpg?v=1786231890"},{"product_id":"woman-leaving-a-bath-house-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Woman Leaving a Bath House - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada, depicting a woman leaving a bath house with an inset reference to traditional Otsu-e folk art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicts a woman exiting a bath house, a common subject within the bijin-ga genre of Ukiyo-e art. Kunisada, a prolific designer of the Edo period, captures the subject in a moment of transition. She is shown adjusting her kimono, which features a complex interplay of patterns, including a bold plaid bodice and a floral-patterned lower section. The figure holds her wooden sandals, known as geta, in one hand, suggesting she has just finished her ablutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition incorporates a secondary element in the upper right corner, a framed inset depicting a horse atop a gourd. This is a reference to Otsu-e, a form of folk art originating from the town of Otsu along the Tokaido road. These popular paintings often featured humorous or satirical subjects, and their inclusion here adds a layer of cultural context to the print. The artist uses a balanced palette of muted blues, soft reds, and earthy tones, typical of the period's printing techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada was a master of the Utagawa school, and his work frequently explored the lives of urban dwellers in Edo. His attention to the textile patterns and the posture of the figure demonstrates the technical skill required for multi-block printing. The print serves as a record of contemporary fashion and social habits, reflecting the aesthetic preferences of the nineteenth-century Japanese public. The lines are precise, defining the folds of the fabric and the delicate features of the woman, while the overall arrangement remains flat, prioritising the decorative quality of the garments and the graphic nature of the inset image. This work provides a glimpse into the daily life of the period, framed through the lens of traditional Japanese printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-moon-viewing-promontory-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Moon-Viewing Promontory - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429112123727,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429136306511,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429136339279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429136372047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429136404815,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429136437583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429136470351,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429136503119,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429136535887,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429136568655,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429136601423,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429136634191,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Woman-Leaving-a-Bath-House_Poster_CompositorV1_1786175796565.jpg?v=1786232074"},{"product_id":"the-heroes-of-the-suikoden-utagawa-kunisada","title":"The Heroes of the Suikoden - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic triptych woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting legendary warriors from the Suikoden, rendered with bold lines and patterned textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis triptych by Utagawa Kunisada depicts a gathering of warriors from the Japanese adaptation of the Chinese classic novel, the Shuihu Zhuan. Known as the Suikoden in Japan, this narrative follows a group of outlaws who assemble to oppose corrupt officials. Kunisada, a prolific master of the Utagawa school, captures the figures with the dramatic intensity associated with kabuki theatre, a common influence on his characterisations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is arranged across three panels, creating a dense field of figures. Each warrior is adorned with elaborate, patterned garments that feature floral and cloud motifs, reflecting the aesthetic preferences of the Edo period. The figures display varied expressions of resolve and tension, their postures suggesting a moment of collective action. The use of a deep blue background provides a stark contrast to the pale skin tones and the colourful textiles worn by the subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada employs bold outlines to define the forms, a technique that ensures clarity despite the crowded arrangement. The print demonstrates the technical precision of the woodblock medium, where multiple blocks were used to achieve the registration of colour and pattern. This work belongs to the musha-e genre, or warrior prints, which gained popularity during the nineteenth century as audiences sought depictions of legendary figures and historical tales. The print serves as an example of the collaborative nature of the publishing industry in Edo, where artists, carvers, and printers worked in concert to produce mass-market imagery for a growing urban population. The visual language here relies on the exaggeration of features and the stylisation of movement, common traits in the artist's approach to narrative illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-moon-viewing-promontory-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Moon-Viewing Promontory - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429119988047,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429155082575,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429155115343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429155148111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429155180879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429155213647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429155246415,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429155279183,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429155311951,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429155344719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429155377487,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429155410255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Heroes-of-the-Suikoden_Poster_CompositorV1_1786176249098.jpg?v=1786232215"},{"product_id":"kabuki-scene-at-kumagais-camp-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Kabuki Scene at Kumagai's Camp - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting a dramatic scene from the Kabuki play, The Chronicle of the Battle of Ichinotani.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicts a dramatic sequence from the classic Kabuki play, The Chronicle of the Battle of Ichinotani (Ichinotani futaba gunki). Kunisada, a prolific designer of actor prints during the late Edo period, captures the tension of the scene with characteristic precision. The composition is divided into three panels, presenting the actors in elaborate costume, each embodying the specific archetypes of the Kabuki stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central figure, Kumagai Naozane, is shown in a dynamic pose, holding a fan against a backdrop of cherry blossoms. To the left, a female character sits in a composed manner, while the right panel features a warrior figure in detailed armour. The print demonstrates the technical mastery of the Utagawa school, particularly in the rendering of textile patterns and the expressive facial features of the actors. The use of line work defines the contours of the garments, while the colour palette remains balanced, typical of mid-nineteenth-century Japanese printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada was a central figure in the production of actor prints, often collaborating with publishers to document the popular performances of the day. This work functions as a visual record of the theatre, preserving the aesthetic choices of the period. The inclusion of the cherry blossom motif provides a seasonal context, often associated with the themes of transience and sacrifice found within the narrative of the play. The print is a representative example of the commercial output of the Utagawa school, which dominated the print market in Edo for several decades. The attention to detail in the patterns of the robes and the specific theatrical gestures provides insight into the visual culture of the time, reflecting the intersection of popular entertainment and graphic art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/evening-shower-at-nihonbashi-bridge-utagawa-hiroshige-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Shower at Nihonbashi Bridge - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/three-women-dining-before-a-group-of-trees-utagawa-toyokuni-i\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThree Women Dining Before a Group of Trees - Utagawa Toyokuni I — Utagawa Toyokuni I\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429124804943,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429141877071,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429141909839,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429141942607,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429141975375,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429142008143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429142040911,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429142073679,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429142106447,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429142139215,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429142171983,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429142204751,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Kabuki-Scene-at-Kumagai-s-Camp_Poster_CompositorV1_1786176040674.jpg?v=1786232293"},{"product_id":"artisans-from-the-series-an-up-to-date-parody-of-the-four-classes-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Artisans, from the series An Up-to-Date Parody of the Four Classes - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed ukiyo-e triptych by Utagawa Kunisada depicting women engaged in traditional craft production within a workshop setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada belongs to the series An Up-to-Date Parody of the Four Classes. The work depicts a group of women engaged in various stages of craft production, a common subject in Edo-period genre scenes. Kunisada, a prolific designer of ukiyo-e prints, uses this composition to explore the intersection of traditional labour and the aestheticised representation of female figures. The triptych format allows for a wide view of the workshop, where figures are shown preparing materials, carving, and applying pigments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is organised with a focus on the technical processes of the workshop. Each figure is positioned to perform a specific task, creating a narrative flow across the three panels. The architectural elements, such as the sliding screens and the arrangement of tools, provide a sense of spatial depth while maintaining the characteristic flatness of the ukiyo-e style. The colour palette is restrained, relying on muted tones that reflect the natural pigments used in the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada was a central figure in the Utagawa school, known for his ability to capture the fashions and social customs of his time. In this series, he employs a parodic approach, reinterpreting the traditional Confucian hierarchy of the four classes—scholars, farmers, artisans, and merchants—by substituting the conventional male subjects with women. This choice reflects the playful and often subversive nature of late Edo-period print culture. The print serves as a record of contemporary craft practices, documenting the tools and methods employed by artisans in the mid-nineteenth century. The attention to detail in the clothing patterns and the specific postures of the figures demonstrates the technical skill required to produce such multi-panel works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/evening-shower-at-nihonbashi-bridge-utagawa-hiroshige-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Shower at Nihonbashi Bridge - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/three-women-dining-before-a-group-of-trees-utagawa-toyokuni-i\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThree Women Dining Before a Group of Trees - Utagawa Toyokuni I — Utagawa Toyokuni I\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429132865871,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429155901775,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429155934543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429155967311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429156000079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429156032847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429156065615,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429156098383,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429156131151,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429156163919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429156196687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429156229455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Artisans-from-the-series-An-Up-to-Date-Parody-of-the-Four-Classes_Poster_CompositorV1_1786176433833.jpg?v=1786232407"},{"product_id":"basketry-work-by-the-craftsman-ichida-shoshichiro-of-naniwa-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Basketry Work: By the Craftsman Ichida Shōshichirō of Naniwa - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA whimsical woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting mythical creatures and animals rendered as intricate woven basketry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada, a prominent figure of the Utagawa school, depicts a whimsical collection of figures and animals rendered in the form of woven basketry. The composition features a peacock, a mythical oni, and shishi (guardian lions), all constructed from wickerwork patterns. The artist employs a light, warm-toned background that allows the varied textures of the woven forms to emerge clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada, also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, was prolific in his output of actor prints and genre scenes. This particular work demonstrates his ability to blend traditional Japanese motifs with imaginative, playful subject matter. The inclusion of the craftsman Ichida Shōshichirō in the title suggests a celebration of artisan skill, framing the basketry as a form of artistic performance or technical marvel. The print utilises a balanced palette of soft greens, muted reds, and earthy ochres, typical of the mid-nineteenth-century Edo period aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual arrangement is ornamental, prioritising the decorative quality of the woven surfaces over strict spatial depth. Each figure is clearly delineated, with the artist using fine lines to suggest the weave of the bamboo or rattan. The presence of the peony at the bottom left provides a naturalistic contrast to the artificial, constructed nature of the other subjects. This print offers a glimpse into the creative curiosity of the period, where everyday objects and traditional folklore were reimagined through the lens of craft and design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-moon-viewing-promontory-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Moon-Viewing Promontory - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429168779599,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429176873295,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429176906063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429176938831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429176971599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429177004367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429177037135,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429177069903,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429177102671,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429177135439,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429177168207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429177200975,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Basketry-Work_-By-the-Craftsman-Ichida-Sh-shichir-of-Naniwa_Poster_CompositorV1_1786176646184.jpg?v=1786232792"},{"product_id":"basketry-work-by-the-craftsman-ichida-shoshichiro-of-naniwa-utagawa-kunisada-1","title":"Basketry Work: By the Craftsman Ichida Shōshichirō of Naniwa - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada documenting the intricate basketry craft of Ichida Shōshichirō, featuring woven objects and natural motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada, a prominent figure of the Ukiyo-e school, documents the specialised craft of basketry as practised by Ichida Shōshichirō of Naniwa. The composition functions as a catalogue of artisanal skill, presenting various woven objects alongside natural motifs. Kunisada employs a flat, graphic approach to represent these items, which include hanging decorative panels and circular frames adorned with birds and floral elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print features a variety of subjects, such as a pheasant, a mythical qilin, and small birds, all rendered with the characteristic line work of the mid-nineteenth century. The artist balances the structural rigidity of the woven basketry forms with the organic, flowing lines of the animals and foliage. The colour palette remains restrained, relying on soft earth tones, muted greens, and subtle pinks, which allows the viewer to focus on the technical construction of the woven surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada, also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, was prolific in his output, often focusing on kabuki actors and bijin-ga, yet this specific work demonstrates his versatility in recording the material culture of the Edo period. The inclusion of text provides context for the craftsman's identity, linking the visual display to a specific individual and location. The arrangement of the objects on the page suggests a deliberate, non-perspectival layout, common in Japanese print design of the era. This piece offers a glimpse into the intersection of traditional craft and commercial print production, where the skill of the artisan is elevated through the medium of the woodblock print.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429180543311,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429205184847,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429205217615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429205250383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429205283151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429205315919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429205348687,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429205381455,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429205414223,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429205446991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429205479759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429205512527,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Basketry-Work_-By-the-Craftsman-Ichida-Sh-shichir-of-Naniwa_Poster_CompositorV1_1786176848958.jpg?v=1786232930"},{"product_id":"ichikawa-danjuro-vii-as-konoshita-tokichi-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Ichikawa Danjuro VII as Konoshita Tokichi - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting kabuki actor Ichikawa Danjuro VII in a theatrical role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada captures a moment from the kabuki theatre production Yakko Yakko Edo no Hanayari. Kunisada, a prolific designer of the Utagawa school, produced numerous prints documenting the actors and performances of the Edo period. This work features the actor Ichikawa Danjuro VII in the role of Konoshita Tokichi, alongside Nakamura Daikichi and Iwai Hanshiro V. The composition focuses on the actor's expressive facial features and the elaborate patterns of his costume, which are rendered with precise line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print employs the conventions of yakusha-e, or actor prints, which were popular among the urban population of Edo. The figure is positioned against a screen decorated with floral motifs, providing a sense of interior space while maintaining the two-dimensional quality characteristic of the medium. The colour palette is restrained, relying on subtle tones to define the textures of the fabric and the actor's makeup. The inclusion of cartouches containing text provides context regarding the play and the characters portrayed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada's ability to capture the specific likeness of actors made his work highly sought after by theatre enthusiasts. His technical approach to woodblock printing allowed for the mass production of these images, which functioned as both promotional material for the theatre and collectable items for the public. The print demonstrates the attention to detail in textile patterns and the stylised gestures associated with kabuki performance. By focusing on the individual actor, the work provides a record of the performance style and costume design prevalent in the early nineteenth century. The print remains a representative example of the commercial output of the Utagawa school during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/evening-shower-at-nihonbashi-bridge-utagawa-hiroshige-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Shower at Nihonbashi Bridge - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/three-women-dining-before-a-group-of-trees-utagawa-toyokuni-i\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThree Women Dining Before a Group of Trees - Utagawa Toyokuni I — Utagawa Toyokuni I\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429188014415,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429206430031,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429206462799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429206495567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429206528335,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429206561103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429206593871,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429206626639,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429206659407,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429206692175,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429206724943,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429206757711,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ichikawa-Danjuro-VII-as-Konoshita-Tokichi_Poster_CompositorV1_1786176997481.jpg?v=1786233035"},{"product_id":"mitsuuji-in-the-maruyama-pleasure-district-of-nagasaki-nagasaki-dejima-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Mitsuuji in the Maruyama Pleasure District of Nagasaki (Nagasaki dejima) - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed ukiyo-e triptych by Utagawa Kunisada depicting figures in a Nagasaki teahouse overlooking the harbour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis triptych by Utagawa Kunisada depicts the character Mitsuuji within the Maruyama pleasure district of Nagasaki. The composition balances the domestic interior of a teahouse with the expansive view of Nagasaki harbour, a site of significant international trade during the Edo period. The artist employs a clear division of space, using the diagonal lines of the wooden veranda to guide the eye from the foreground figures toward the maritime activity in the distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada, a prolific designer of ukiyo-e prints, captures the figures in elaborate, patterned garments that contrast with the flatter, more muted tones of the distant hills and water. The inclusion of a large, ornate hanging lantern adds a decorative element to the upper register of the print, providing a sense of scale and luxury to the setting. The harbour scene includes ships, suggesting the presence of foreign influence, which was a common theme in prints depicting Nagasaki during this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the work demonstrates the precision of the woodblock medium, with clean outlines and a controlled application of colour. The figures are rendered with the characteristic stylisation of the period, focusing on expressive facial features and the detailed textures of their attire. This print offers a view into the intersection of urban leisure and the broader world beyond the Japanese coast, presented through the lens of theatrical narrative and genre scene painting. The use of a triptych format allows for a panoramic perspective, effectively merging the intimate atmosphere of the pleasure district with the busy, open environment of the port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-moon-viewing-promontory-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Moon-Viewing Promontory - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429210460495,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429214720335,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429214753103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429214785871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429214818639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429214851407,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429214884175,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429214916943,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429214949711,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429214982479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429215015247,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429215048015,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Mitsuuji-in-the-Maruyama-Pleasure-District-of-Nagasaki-Nagasaki-dejima-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786177328885.jpg?v=1786233467"},{"product_id":"prince-genji-visits-the-gankiro-tea-house-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Prince Genji Visits the Gankirō Tea House - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed woodblock triptych by Utagawa Kunisada depicting figures in traditional dress at the Gankirō tea house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis triptych by Utagawa Kunisada depicts a scene from the Genji-e genre, which adapts the classical Tale of Genji into the contemporary setting of the Edo period. The composition spans three sheets, presenting a narrative sequence where Prince Genji and his companions navigate the Gankirō tea house. The figures are dressed in elaborate, patterned kimonos, reflecting the fashion of the mid-nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada employs a balanced arrangement of figures against a backdrop of cherry blossoms and architectural elements. The use of colour is deliberate, with muted tones for the structures and more saturated hues for the garments of the subjects. The print captures the social atmosphere of the pleasure districts, a common subject for Ukiyo-e artists of the time. The inclusion of lanterns and floral details adds to the decorative quality of the work, while the figures maintain a formal, posed appearance typical of the actor and bijin-ga traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one of the most prolific designers of his era, Kunisada produced numerous series based on the Genji narrative. This specific work demonstrates his technical skill in woodblock printing, particularly in the layering of colours and the precision of the line work. The triptych format allows for a wider view of the environment, providing context to the interactions between the characters. The print remains a representative example of the late Edo period aesthetic, where literary themes were frequently reinterpreted through the lens of popular culture and urban life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-moon-viewing-promontory-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Moon-Viewing Promontory - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429218259279,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429228122447,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429228155215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429228187983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429228220751,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429228253519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429228286287,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429228319055,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429228351823,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429228384591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429228417359,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429228450127,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Prince-Genji-Visits-the-Gankir-Tea-House_Poster_CompositorV1_1786177569135.jpg?v=1786233717"},{"product_id":"twelve-hours-of-spring-pleasures-hour-of-the-goat-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Twelve Hours of Spring Pleasures: Hour of the Goat - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA traditional Japanese woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting a courtesan and her attendant during the afternoon hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada belongs to the series 'Twelve Hours of Spring Pleasures', which depicts the daily activities of courtesans in the Yoshiwara district. The 'Hour of the Goat' corresponds to the early afternoon, a time when the atmosphere in the pleasure quarters was relatively relaxed. The central figure is a high-ranking courtesan, identifiable by her elaborate hairstyle adorned with numerous hairpins. She is seated on the floor, engaged in a game of cards with a young attendant. The composition is typical of Kunisada's later work, featuring clear outlines and a balanced arrangement of figures against a flat, green background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the upper portion of the print, a smaller inset scene provides context for the time of day. It shows a group of people observing a performance or event through a slatted window, adding a layer of narrative depth to the primary subject. Beside this inset, a red, bell-shaped clock tower serves as a visual marker for the specific hour. The courtesan wears a dark kimono with a circular pattern, contrasting with the bright green, patterned garment of her companion. The print demonstrates the technical precision of the Edo period woodblock printing process, with distinct colour blocks and fine line work defining the facial features and textile designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada, also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, was a prolific designer of ukiyo-e prints. His work often focused on kabuki actors and beautiful women, capturing the fashion and social customs of the time. This print offers a glimpse into the structured life of the Yoshiwara, where time was marked by specific activities and rituals. The use of space and the inclusion of secondary narrative elements are characteristic of the series, which aimed to document the passage of time through the lens of leisure and entertainment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/evening-shower-at-nihonbashi-bridge-utagawa-hiroshige-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Shower at Nihonbashi Bridge - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/three-women-dining-before-a-group-of-trees-utagawa-toyokuni-i\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThree Women Dining Before a Group of Trees - Utagawa Toyokuni I — Utagawa Toyokuni I\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429226090831,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429244211535,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429244244303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429244277071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429244309839,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429244342607,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429244375375,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429244408143,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429244440911,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429244473679,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429244506447,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429244539215,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Twelve-Hours-of-Spring-Pleasures_-Hour-of-the-Goat_Poster_CompositorV1_1786178080608.jpg?v=1786233864"},{"product_id":"selected-scenes-from-one-poem-each-by-one-hundred-poets-poem-by-emperor-koko-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Selected Scenes from One Poem Each by One Hundred Poets: Poem by Emperor Kōkō - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada, featuring a figure in a snowy setting from the Hyakunin Isshu poetry series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada belongs to the series 'Selected Scenes from One Poem Each by One Hundred Poets'. The work depicts a figure navigating a snowy environment while holding a large, patterned umbrella. The composition incorporates traditional elements of the Ukiyo-e genre, including calligraphic text and a secondary inset image that references the specific poem associated with Emperor Kōkō.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada, a prolific designer of the Utagawa school, demonstrates his technical skill through the precise rendering of the figure's garments and the subtle atmospheric effects of the falling snow. The figure wears a dark kimono adorned with floral motifs, contrasted against the lighter tones of the background. The inclusion of the scroll and the smaller portrait provides a narrative layer, connecting the visual representation to the literary source material of the Hyakunin Isshu anthology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print reflects the aesthetic conventions of the mid-Edo period, where the integration of poetry and visual art was a common practice. The artist uses a balanced arrangement of elements to guide the viewer's eye across the page, from the central figure to the floating text boxes. The colour palette remains restrained, relying on muted greys and soft reds to maintain a sense of winter stillness. This piece offers a glimpse into the cultural intersection of classical literature and popular print culture in nineteenth-century Japan, capturing a moment of quiet movement within a structured, decorative framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-moon-viewing-promontory-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Moon-Viewing Promontory - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429234151759,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429241393487,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429241426255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429241459023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429241491791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429241524559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429241557327,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429241590095,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429241622863,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429241655631,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429241688399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429241721167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Selected-Scenes-from-One-Poem-Each-by-One-Hundred-Poets_-Poem-by-Emperor-K-k-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786177814614.jpg?v=1786233984"},{"product_id":"contemporary-rendition-of-a-rogue-kinezumi-kichigoro-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Contemporary Rendition of a Rogue: Kinezumi Kichigorō - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting a kabuki actor in a dramatic confrontation, showcasing the theatrical intensity of Edo-period Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicts the kabuki actor Kinezumi Kichigorō in a dynamic moment of physical confrontation. Kunisada, a prolific master of the Utagawa school, produced this work during the final years of his career. The composition captures the theatrical intensity characteristic of the Edo period, focusing on the exaggerated posture and facial expressions of the performers. The central figure, Kichigorō, is shown mid-action, wielding a large, circular object as a weapon against a fallen opponent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical precision of the era, with clear outlines and a controlled colour palette. The actor wears a kimono adorned with a grape vine pattern, a detail that adds texture to the otherwise stark composition. The background is a flat, neutral tone, which directs the viewer's attention to the struggle between the two figures. This work belongs to a series that reimagines traditional rogue characters, blending historical narratives with the popular culture of the mid-nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada was known for his ability to capture the likenesses of famous actors, and this piece is no exception. The anatomical exaggeration and the dramatic tension are hallmarks of the kabuki genre, which sought to thrill audiences through visual spectacle. The print serves as a record of the performance styles and costume designs that defined the theatre of the time. By isolating the figures against a simple backdrop, the artist emphasises the kinetic energy of the scene. The inclusion of cartouches containing the title and the artist's signature provides context, identifying the subject and the creator within the broader framework of Japanese printmaking. This piece offers a glimpse into the intersection of fine art and popular entertainment in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-moon-viewing-promontory-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Moon-Viewing Promontory - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429250568527,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429251584335,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429251617103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429251649871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429251682639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429251715407,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429251748175,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429251780943,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429251813711,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429251846479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429251879247,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429251912015,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Contemporary-Rendition-of-a-Rogue_-Kinezumi-Kichigor-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786178289820.jpg?v=1786234357"},{"product_id":"fifty-three-stations-of-the-tokaido-inspired-by-famous-pictures-kanagawa-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō: Inspired by Famous Pictures (Kanagawa) - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1852 woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada featuring a dual-register composition of a Kanagawa steamship and a dramatic Kabuki theatre scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada belongs to the series 'Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō: Inspired by Famous Pictures', published in 1852. The composition follows the standard format for this series, which divides the image into two distinct registers. The upper section depicts a landscape scene, specifically the port of Kanagawa, featuring a steamship. This inclusion reflects the mid-nineteenth-century Japanese fascination with foreign technology and the changing maritime activity along the coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower register presents a dramatic scene from the Kabuki theatre. Kunisada, a master of the actor print genre, captures a moment of high tension between two figures. The male actor, rendered with the exaggerated facial features and red kumadori makeup typical of a villainous or powerful role, looms over a female character. His expression is one of intense focus, while his costume displays bold patterns and textures. The female figure is positioned below, her posture suggesting vulnerability or surprise. The contrast between the static, observational nature of the upper landscape and the dynamic, performative energy of the lower portrait is a hallmark of this series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada utilised a palette of saturated blues, greens, and reds, which remain clear despite the age of the original print. The lines are precise, defining the contours of the actors' garments and the architectural details of the ship. This work provides a window into the cultural synthesis of the late Edo period, where traditional theatrical arts existed alongside the encroaching influence of Western industrialisation. The print serves as a record of both the geography of the Tōkaidō road and the popular entertainment of the era, combining two distinct subjects into a single, cohesive visual narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/evening-glow-at-koganei-bridge-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Glow at Koganei Bridge - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429256040783,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429260824911,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429260857679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429260890447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429260923215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429260955983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429260988751,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429261021519,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429261054287,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429261087055,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429261119823,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429261152591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Fifty-Three-Stations-of-the-T-kaid-_-Inspired-by-Famous-Pictures-Kanagawa-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786178770205.jpg?v=1786234598"},{"product_id":"twelve-hours-of-spring-pleasures-hour-of-the-dragon-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Twelve Hours of Spring Pleasures: Hour of the Dragon - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada from the series Twelve Hours of Spring Pleasures, depicting a woman at the Hour of the Dragon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada belongs to the series Twelve Hours of Spring Pleasures. The artist, a prolific figure in the Ukiyo-e tradition, captures a woman during the Hour of the Dragon, which corresponds to the period between 7:00 and 9:00 in the morning. She is depicted in a moment of quiet preparation, adjusting her hair with a comb. Her kimono features a geometric pattern, contrasting with the softer, organic lines of her posture and the surrounding textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition incorporates several distinct elements typical of the genre. In the upper left, a small inset image shows two figures carrying a palanquin, providing a narrative context for the time of day. To the right, a stylized clock tower serves as a visual marker for the specific hour. The use of flat colour planes and bold outlines defines the figures, while the decorative patterns on the garments demonstrate the technical precision of the woodblock printing process. Kunisada focuses on the domestic environment, presenting a scene that balances human activity with symbolic temporal markers. The print reflects the aesthetic preferences of the Edo period, where daily life was frequently documented through the lens of fashion and seasonal change. The colour palette remains balanced, utilising soft pinks, deep blues, and muted greens to create a sense of morning calm. This work provides insight into the cultural habits and artistic conventions of nineteenth-century Japan, specifically the interest in timekeeping and the representation of feminine beauty within the floating world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/evening-shower-at-nihonbashi-bridge-utagawa-hiroshige-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Shower at Nihonbashi Bridge - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/three-women-dining-before-a-group-of-trees-utagawa-toyokuni-i\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThree Women Dining Before a Group of Trees - Utagawa Toyokuni I — Utagawa Toyokuni I\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429256073551,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429260038479,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429260071247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429260104015,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429260136783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429260169551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429260202319,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429260235087,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429260267855,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429260300623,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429260333391,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429260366159,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Twelve-Hours-of-Spring-Pleasures_-Hour-of-the-Dragon_Poster_CompositorV1_1786178529703.jpg?v=1786234600"},{"product_id":"six-poetic-sages-as-young-women-at-the-plum-garden-at-kameido-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Six Poetic Sages as Young Women at the Plum Garden at Kameido - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada, depicting a young woman in a patterned kimono with a scenic view of the Kameido plum garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada belongs to the ukiyo-e tradition, a genre of Japanese art that flourished during the Edo period. Kunisada, also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, was a prolific designer of prints, particularly those depicting kabuki actors and beautiful women. This work features a young woman draped in a blue head covering, standing alongside a smaller figure who holds a small object. The composition includes a cartouche in the upper right corner, which depicts the plum garden at Kameido, a location famous for its blossoms and seasonal beauty. The main figure wears a kimono decorated with maple leaf motifs, suggesting an autumn setting that contrasts with the plum garden imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical skill of the ukiyo-e process, where separate blocks were carved for each colour and applied to paper. The background is treated with a subtle, speckled texture, providing a neutral space that allows the figures to occupy the foreground. The use of line is precise, defining the folds of the garments and the facial features of the subjects. Kunisada often employed such narrative devices to link contemporary figures with classical poetic themes or famous locations. The inclusion of the Kameido garden provides a specific geographical context, grounding the scene in the cultural geography of Edo-period Japan. The print reflects the aesthetic preferences of the time, where fashion, seasonal references, and literary allusions were combined to create visual narratives for a broad audience. The work remains a clear example of the mid-nineteenth-century style, characterised by its balanced composition and attention to textile patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fukuroi-kites-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFukuroi: Kites - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429264232783,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429268394319,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429268427087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429268459855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429268492623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429268525391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429268558159,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429268590927,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429268623695,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429268656463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429268689231,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429268721999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Six-Poetic-Sages-as-Young-Women-at-the-Plum-Garden-at-Kameido_Poster_CompositorV1_1786179034554.jpg?v=1786234890"},{"product_id":"famous-views-of-edo-kasumigaseki-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Famous Views of Edo: Kasumigaseki - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada, featuring a portrait of a woman set against the backdrop of the Kasumigaseki district in Edo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada belongs to the Famous Views of Edo series. Kunisada, a prolific designer of the Utagawa school, often combined portraiture with topographical elements. In this composition, a large-scale figure of a woman occupies the foreground, her head and shoulders framed within a rounded cartouche. Her expression is calm, and her hair is styled in a traditional manner, typical of the period's aesthetic preferences for bijin-ga, or pictures of beautiful women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background provides a glimpse of Kasumigaseki, a district in Edo known for its proximity to the residences of high-ranking officials. The architectural details of the buildings are rendered with clear, precise lines, contrasting with the softer, more organic treatment of the woman's features. The colour palette relies on deep blues, muted greens, and accents of red, which were common in mid-nineteenth-century Japanese printmaking. The use of a cartouche to contain the portrait is a stylistic device that allows the artist to layer the subject over the scene, creating a sense of depth while maintaining the graphic quality of the medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada was highly active during the final decades of the Edo period, and his work reflects the popular culture of the time. The print demonstrates the technical skill involved in woodblock production, from the carving of the blocks to the application of pigments. The inclusion of cartouches with text provides context for the location, linking the individual to the urban environment of Edo. This piece offers a view into the intersection of personal identity and public space as depicted in Japanese art of the nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fukuroi-kites-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFukuroi: Kites - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429264855375,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429276946767,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429276979535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429277012303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429277045071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429277077839,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429277110607,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429277143375,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429277176143,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429277208911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429277241679,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429277274447,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Famous-Views-of-Edo_-Kasumigaseki_Poster_CompositorV1_1786179248484.jpg?v=1786234958"},{"product_id":"maruami-goro-saved-by-fudos-attendant-seitaka-from-narita-shrine-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Maruami Gorō Saved by Fudō's Attendant Seitaka from Narita Shrine - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA traditional Japanese woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting the deity's attendant Seitaka rescuing Maruami Gorō above a turbulent sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicts a scene from Japanese folklore involving the deity Fudō Myō-ō and his attendant, Seitaka Dōji. The narrative centres on the rescue of Maruami Gorō, a figure associated with the Narita Shrine. Seitaka is shown floating upon stylised clouds above a turbulent sea, holding a staff topped with a lotus flower. The composition follows the conventions of mid-nineteenth-century Ukiyo-e, where figures are rendered with clear outlines and flat areas of colour, balanced against the rhythmic, repetitive patterns of the waves below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada, also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, was a prolific designer of prints during the Edo period. His work often drew upon kabuki theatre and religious iconography. In this piece, the figure of Seitaka is dressed in traditional robes with decorative borders, reflecting the aesthetic preferences of the era. The use of cartouches for text provides context for the scene, a common feature in Japanese prints of this period. The colour palette relies on muted tones, with the deep blues of the water contrasting against the lighter, cloud-filled sky. The print demonstrates the technical skill of the carvers and printers who collaborated with Kunisada to produce these works for a wide audience. The depiction of the deity's attendant serves to communicate the protective nature of the Narita Fudō, a subject that held cultural resonance for pilgrims and visitors to the shrine. The work remains a clear example of the narrative print style that defined the later years of the Utagawa school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sino-japanese-war-the-japanese-navy-victorious-off-takushan-ogata-gekko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSino-Japanese War: The Japanese Navy Victorious Off Takushan - Ogata Gekko — Ogata Gekkō\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/three-women-dining-before-a-group-of-trees-utagawa-toyokuni-i\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThree Women Dining Before a Group of Trees - Utagawa Toyokuni I — Utagawa Toyokuni I\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429275275599,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429287760207,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429287792975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429287825743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429287858511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429287891279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429287924047,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429287956815,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429287989583,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429288022351,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429288055119,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429288087887,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Maruami-Gor-Saved-by-Fud-s-Attendant-Seitaka-from-Narita-Shrine_Poster_CompositorV1_1786179488384.jpg?v=1786235240"},{"product_id":"woman-putting-out-a-light-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Woman Putting Out a Light - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada, depicting a woman extinguishing a lantern in a quiet domestic scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicts a woman in a domestic setting, captured in the act of extinguishing a paper lantern. The work belongs to the series Modern Customs: Frost Beneath the Stars, a collection that explores the daily lives and habits of women during the Edo period. Kunisada, a prolific designer of ukiyo-e prints, focuses here on the quiet transition from evening to night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is dressed in a red kimono adorned with a repeating pattern, her posture leaning forward as she interacts with the andon, a traditional Japanese lamp. The composition is balanced by the vertical lines of a folding screen on the right, which provides a sense of enclosure and privacy. The artist employs a restrained colour palette, allowing the soft red of the garment to draw the eye against the muted tones of the interior. A decorative cartouche in the upper left corner contains the series title, rendered in elegant calligraphy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada was a master of the bijin-ga genre, which translates to pictures of beautiful women. His work often prioritised the depiction of contemporary fashion and the subtle gestures of his subjects. In this print, the artist captures a fleeting moment of domesticity. The inclusion of small details, such as the tea set on the floor and the discarded accessories, adds a layer of realism to the scene. The print demonstrates the technical skill involved in the ukiyo-e process, from the carving of the woodblocks to the application of pigment on paper. This piece offers a glimpse into the aesthetic values of nineteenth-century Japan, where the intersection of daily routine and artistic expression was a common theme in popular print culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fukuroi-kites-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFukuroi: Kites - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429283500367,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429291987279,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429292020047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429292052815,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429292085583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429292118351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429292151119,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429292183887,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429292216655,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429292249423,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429292282191,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429292314959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Woman-Putting-Out-a-Light_Poster_CompositorV1_1786179728046.jpg?v=1786235354"},{"product_id":"woman-with-a-fan-in-her-left-hand-combing-her-hair-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Woman with a Fan in her Left Hand Combing her Hair - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada, depicting a woman grooming her hair alongside a bonsai arrangement and an open book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada captures a quiet moment of domestic preparation. The subject, a woman depicted in the bijin-ga style, stands while grooming her long, dark hair. She holds a fan in her left hand, a common accessory in Edo-period portraiture that adds a layer of grace to her posture. Her kimono features a bold, repeating pattern of circular motifs, rendered in shades of blue and soft orange, which contrasts with the more muted tones of the surrounding interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the background, an open book displays text and a small illustration, suggesting a literary or narrative context for the scene. To the right, a small bonsai arrangement sits on a low table, accompanied by a ceramic basin. These elements provide a sense of place and atmosphere, grounding the figure within a specific cultural setting. Kunisada, a prolific artist of the Utagawa school, was known for his ability to produce prints that balanced technical precision with the aesthetic preferences of his time. His work often focused on the lives of women, actors, and the fashionable trends of the nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print demonstrates the characteristic flat perspective and clean lines associated with Japanese woodblock printing. The composition is balanced, with the figure occupying the left side of the frame while the book and bonsai provide visual weight to the right. The colour palette remains restrained, relying on the interplay between the blue pigments and the warm, paper-toned background. This piece offers a glimpse into the visual culture of the Edo period, where everyday activities were elevated through artistic representation. It is a fine example of the technical skill involved in multi-block printing, where each colour layer is applied with careful registration to create the final image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wind-blown-grass-across-the-moon-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWind Blown Grass Across the Moon - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429295198543,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429297197391,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429297230159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429297262927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429297295695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429297328463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429297361231,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429297393999,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429297426767,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429297459535,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429297492303,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429297525071,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Woman-with-a-Fan-in-her-Left-Hand-Combing-her-Hair_Poster_CompositorV1_1786179969264.jpg?v=1786235781"},{"product_id":"ghosts-and-battle-scenes-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Ghosts and Battle Scenes - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting a kabuki actor in elaborate costume, characteristic of the Edo period theatrical tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada, also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, captures a dramatic moment typical of the kabuki theatre tradition. Kunisada was a prolific designer of ukiyo-e prints, particularly those depicting actors in their various roles. The subject displays the exaggerated facial expressions and elaborate costuming associated with the dramatic performances of the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition focuses on the upper torso and head of the actor, who wears a striking headpiece featuring bold, horizontal stripes and a circular motif. The garment is decorated with patterns that suggest avian or mythical imagery, rendered in a palette of deep blue, ochre, and muted red. The actor holds a ceremonial object, likely a prop used to signify status or supernatural power within the narrative of the play. The lines are precise, defining the actor's features and the folds of the fabric with clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada’s work often functioned as promotional material for the theatre, allowing fans to collect images of their favourite performers. The print demonstrates the technical skill of the carvers and printers who collaborated with the artist to produce these multi-coloured images. The background remains relatively neutral, ensuring the viewer's attention stays on the actor's intense gaze and the graphic quality of the costume. This piece offers a glimpse into the visual culture of nineteenth-century Japan, where the boundaries between reality and theatrical performance were frequently blurred through the medium of the woodblock print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wind-blown-grass-across-the-moon-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWind Blown Grass Across the Moon - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429300736335,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429312598351,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429312631119,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429312663887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429312696655,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429312729423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429312762191,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429312794959,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429312827727,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429312860495,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429312893263,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429312926031,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ghosts-and-Battle-Scenes_Poster_CompositorV1_1786180450384.jpg?v=1786236032"},{"product_id":"woman-tying-her-hair-from-the-series-famous-restaurants-of-the-present-day-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Woman Tying Her Hair (from the series Famous Restaurants of the Present Day) - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting a woman in a patterned kimono tying her hair, from the series Famous Restaurants of the Present Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada captures a private moment of a woman preparing her hair. The subject is depicted in a kneeling posture, her arms raised to secure her tresses. She wears a kimono featuring a geometric pattern, which contrasts with the more fluid lines of her hair and the trailing fabric of her garment. The composition includes a small inset cartouche in the upper left corner, which depicts a scene from a restaurant, providing context for the series title, Famous Restaurants of the Present Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada, a prolific designer of ukiyo-e prints, was known for his ability to capture the fashions and daily habits of Edo-period society. The print employs a limited colour palette, focusing on soft tones that allow the focus to remain on the figure's posture and the textile design of her clothing. A small comb lies on the floor near her, suggesting the domestic nature of the scene. The inclusion of the restaurant scene serves as a visual link to the broader series, connecting the intimate act of grooming with the public social spaces of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the print demonstrates the precision of the woodblock medium. The lines are clean and deliberate, defining the folds of the kimono and the texture of the hair. The spatial arrangement is relatively flat, a characteristic of the ukiyo-e style, which prioritises decorative harmony over three-dimensional depth. This work offers a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences of the early nineteenth century in Japan, where the depiction of women in various states of dress and activity was a popular subject for print collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sino-japanese-war-the-japanese-navy-victorious-off-takushan-ogata-gekko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSino-Japanese War: The Japanese Navy Victorious Off Takushan - Ogata Gekko — Ogata Gekkō\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/three-women-dining-before-a-group-of-trees-utagawa-toyokuni-i\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThree Women Dining Before a Group of Trees - Utagawa Toyokuni I — Utagawa Toyokuni I\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429301653839,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429316432207,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429316464975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429316497743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429316530511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429316563279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429316596047,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429316628815,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429316661583,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429316694351,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429316727119,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429316759887,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Woman-Tying-Her-Hair-from-the-series-Famous-Restaurants-of-the-Present-Day-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786180604784.jpg?v=1786236069"},{"product_id":"musashibo-benkei-kneeling-by-a-plum-tree-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Musashibo Benkei Kneeling by a Plum Tree - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting the legendary warrior monk Musashibo Benkei in traditional armour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicts the legendary warrior monk Musashibo Benkei. Benkei is a figure of Japanese folklore, known for his immense strength and loyalty to the commander Minamoto no Yoshitsune. In this composition, the artist presents the monk in a kneeling posture, his physical presence dominating the frame. He wears traditional samurai armour, rendered with precise attention to the layered plates and decorative fasteners. His expression is one of intense focus, characteristic of the dramatic style often employed in musha-e, or warrior prints, of the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background features a plum tree, a common motif in Japanese art that signifies resilience and the arrival of spring. The tree provides a vertical counterpoint to the heavy, grounded form of the warrior. Kunisada, a prolific designer of ukiyo-e prints, utilises a balanced colour palette that draws attention to the contrast between the dark, structured armour and the softer, organic forms of the blossoms. The calligraphic line work defines the contours of the figure, while the flat application of colour maintains the graphic quality typical of the medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects the popular interest in historical and legendary narratives during the nineteenth century. Such prints were widely circulated, allowing the public to engage with tales of heroism and martial prowess. The print demonstrates the technical skill of the carvers and printers who collaborated with Kunisada to produce these detailed images. By focusing on a single, iconic character, the artist creates a narrative moment that invites the viewer to consider the history and mythology surrounding Benkei. The composition is contained and deliberate, focusing on the character's posture and the symbolic elements of his attire and surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wind-blown-grass-across-the-moon-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWind Blown Grass Across the Moon - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429321249103,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429323477327,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429323510095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429323542863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429323575631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429323608399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429323641167,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429323673935,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429323706703,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429323739471,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429323772239,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429323805007,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Musashibo-Benkei-Kneeling-by-a-Plum-Tree_Poster_CompositorV1_1786180863263.jpg?v=1786236495"},{"product_id":"parody-of-the-third-princess-and-kashiwagi-chapter-50-a-hut-in-the-eastern-provinces-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Parody of the Third Princess and Kashiwagi: Chapter 50: A Hut in the Eastern Provinces - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada, depicting a parody of characters from The Tale of Genji in nineteenth-century Japanese fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada belongs to a series that reimagines scenes from The Tale of Genji. Kunisada, a prolific designer of the Utagawa school, frequently adapted classical literary themes into contemporary settings. This specific work references Chapter 50, known as 'A Hut in the Eastern Provinces', but presents it as a parody, or mitate-e, which was a popular convention in Edo-period art. By placing figures in updated costumes and settings, the artist invited viewers to draw parallels between the ancient courtly narrative and the social fashions of the nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is divided into two distinct panels. On the left, a male figure sits in a relaxed posture, holding a cat on a lead. He wears a dark blue kimono with a patterned haori, his expression focused on the animal. On the right, a female figure stands in a formal, elaborate kimono decorated with floral motifs. Her attire, complete with heavy tassels and intricate hair ornaments, suggests a high social status. The background features a sweeping curtain with a repeating circular design, providing a sense of depth and spatial separation between the two characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada employs a balanced colour palette, using deep blues, reds, and soft yellows to define the figures. The background is treated with a subtle, speckled effect, often achieved through the application of metallic pigments or mica, which adds a tactile quality to the paper. The lines are precise and calligraphic, characteristic of the artist's mature style. This print offers a glimpse into the cultural practice of reinterpreting classical literature through the lens of popular entertainment and fashion during the late Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wind-blown-grass-across-the-moon-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWind Blown Grass Across the Moon - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429326197071,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429331636559,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429331669327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429331702095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429331734863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429331767631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429331800399,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429331833167,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429331865935,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429331898703,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429331931471,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429331964239,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Parody-of-the-Third-Princess-and-Kashiwagi_-Chapter-50_-A-Hut-in-the-Eastern-Provinces_Poster_CompositorV1_1786181204375.jpg?v=1786236705"},{"product_id":"album-of-forty-eight-actor-prints-plate-nakamura-shikan-ii-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Album of Forty-eight Actor Prints (Plate: Nakamura Shikan II) - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting the kabuki actor Nakamura Shikan II beneath a weeping cherry tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print originates from an album featuring forty-eight depictions of kabuki actors, a genre known as yakusha-e. Utagawa Kunisada, also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, was a prolific designer of these prints during the Edo period. His work captures the theatricality of the kabuki stage, focusing on the expressive gestures and costumes of the performers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition shows an actor, identified as Nakamura Shikan II, in a dramatic pose beneath a weeping cherry tree. The artist employs a balanced use of negative space, allowing the pale background to contrast with the dark, heavy robes of the actor. The cherry blossoms provide a delicate, seasonal frame for the figure, suggesting a specific narrative moment from a play. Kunisada uses clear, defined lines to delineate the actor's facial features and the folds of his garments, maintaining the stylistic conventions of the Utagawa school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the print demonstrates the precision of the woodblock medium. The colour palette is restrained, relying on muted tones of red, black, and soft pink to create a sense of harmony. The inclusion of a cartouche containing the actor's name is a standard feature of this format, providing context for the viewer. This print offers a glimpse into the popular culture of nineteenth-century Japan, where actors were celebrated figures and their likenesses were collected by fans of the theatre. The work reflects the technical skill of the carvers and printers who collaborated with Kunisada to produce these images for a wide audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wind-blown-grass-across-the-moon-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWind Blown Grass Across the Moon - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429326229839,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429333569871,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429333602639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429333635407,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429333668175,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429333700943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429333733711,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429333766479,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429333799247,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429333832015,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429333864783,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429333897551,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Album-of-Forty-eight-Actor-Prints-Plate_-Nakamura-Shikan-II-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786181051160.jpg?v=1786236707"},{"product_id":"woman-bucking-autumn-wind-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Woman Bucking Autumn Wind - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting a woman caught in an autumn breeze, surrounded by falling maple leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada captures a woman navigating a gusty autumn day. The composition employs the characteristic flat perspective of the Ukiyo-e tradition, focusing on the dynamic posture of the subject as she leans into the wind. Her kimono, rendered with precise detail, billows behind her, while she holds a fan to shield her face. The surrounding space is filled with falling maple leaves, which provide a seasonal context and a sense of movement to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada, a prolific designer of the Edo period, often produced works that combined fashion, literature, and theatre. In the upper portion of the print, an open book displays calligraphic text alongside a small illustration of a seated figure. This inclusion suggests a narrative connection, perhaps linking the image to a specific poem or literary passage common in the print culture of the time. The colour palette remains restrained, relying on muted earth tones for the background, which allows the darker hues of the woman's attire and the scattered red leaves to command attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates the technical skill involved in the multi-block printing process, particularly in the handling of the fabric patterns and the delicate lines of the calligraphy. The artist balances the figure against the negative space, creating a sense of atmosphere without the need for traditional Western perspective. As a piece of Japanese graphic art, it offers a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences of the mid-nineteenth century, where the depiction of daily life and seasonal change remained a primary subject for printmakers. This work is a representative example of the genre, showing the attention to detail and stylistic conventions that defined the output of the Utagawa school during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sino-japanese-war-the-japanese-navy-victorious-off-takushan-ogata-gekko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSino-Japanese War: The Japanese Navy Victorious Off Takushan - Ogata Gekko — Ogata Gekkō\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/three-women-dining-before-a-group-of-trees-utagawa-toyokuni-i\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThree Women Dining Before a Group of Trees - Utagawa Toyokuni I — Utagawa Toyokuni I\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429347070287,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429351919951,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429351952719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429351985487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429352018255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429352051023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429352083791,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429352116559,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429352149327,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429352182095,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429352214863,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429352247631,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Woman-Bucking-Autumn-Wind_Poster_CompositorV1_1786181463376.jpg?v=1786236954"},{"product_id":"memorial-portrait-of-the-actor-ichikawa-omezo-i-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Memorial Portrait of the Actor Ichikawa Ōmezō I - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal memorial portrait of the kabuki actor Ichikawa Ōmezō I, featuring elegant calligraphy and traditional attire, rendered in the classic Ukiyo-e style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis memorial portrait depicts the kabuki actor Ichikawa Ōmezō I, a figure of considerable renown within the Edo-period theatre scene. Executed by Utagawa Kunisada, one of the most prolific and commercially successful printmakers of the nineteenth century, the work functions as a commemorative tribute. The actor is shown in a seated posture, wearing the formal attire associated with his status and profession. His expression is one of quiet gravity, a common stylistic choice in memorial imagery intended to honour the deceased performer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is dominated by the verticality of the hanging scroll format. Above the figure, a substantial area of the silk is dedicated to calligraphy. This text serves as an eulogy, providing context for the actor's life and his contributions to the stage. The use of negative space around the figure directs the viewer's attention to the actor's features and his traditional costume. The palette is restrained, relying on deep reds and blacks to create a sense of formal dignity, which contrasts with the neutral tone of the silk background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada, also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, was a master of the yakusha-e genre, which focused on the depiction of kabuki actors. His ability to capture the likeness of performers while adhering to the conventions of the Utagawa school is evident here. The lines are precise and controlled, reflecting the technical discipline required for such portraiture. This piece offers a glimpse into the intersection of theatre culture and visual art in Japan, where the image of the actor was as much a commodity as the performance itself. The work remains a significant example of the memorial portrait tradition, balancing the personal identity of the subject with the broader aesthetic expectations of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429357621583,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429364175183,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429364207951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429364240719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429364273487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429364306255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429364339023,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429364371791,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429364404559,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429364437327,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429364470095,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429364502863,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Memorial-Portrait-of-the-Actor-Ichikawa-mez-I_Poster_CompositorV1_1786181676081.jpg?v=1786237244"},{"product_id":"rain-of-the-fifth-month-samidare-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Rain of the Fifth Month (Samidare) - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting travellers and a horse caught in the gentle, persistent rains of early summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUtagawa Kunisada, also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, produced this woodblock print as part of a series depicting seasonal weather patterns. The image captures the atmosphere of the fifth month, known in the traditional Japanese calendar as the season of the samidare, or early summer rains. The composition is dominated by vertical lines representing the persistent downpour, which obscures the distant hills and creates a sense of damp, humid stillness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, a horse stands near a small stream, its coat rendered in a muted reddish-brown. A figure in a conical hat tends to the animal, while another traveller walks along a path further back, protected by a straw cape. The presence of a small wooden structure, likely a shrine or bridge, adds a human element to the rural scene. The colour palette relies on soft greens, earthy browns, and the pale grey of the rain-filled sky. Kunisada employs a balanced approach to space, using the large tree in the centre to anchor the composition while allowing the eye to travel along the winding path towards the background. The print demonstrates the technical precision of the Ukiyo-e tradition, where the layering of woodblocks allows for subtle gradations in tone and texture. This work offers a quiet observation of rural life during a specific climatic period, reflecting the Japanese aesthetic appreciation for the changing seasons and the transient nature of weather. The print is a fine example of the landscape genre within the broader output of the Utagawa school, which was highly productive during the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sino-japanese-war-the-japanese-navy-victorious-off-takushan-ogata-gekko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSino-Japanese War: The Japanese Navy Victorious Off Takushan - Ogata Gekko — Ogata Gekkō\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/three-women-dining-before-a-group-of-trees-utagawa-toyokuni-i\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThree Women Dining Before a Group of Trees - Utagawa Toyokuni I — Utagawa Toyokuni I\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429360767311,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429382328655,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429382361423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429382394191,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429382426959,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429382459727,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429382492495,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429382525263,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429382558031,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429382590799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429382623567,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429382656335,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Rain-of-the-Fifth-Month-Samidare-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786182063630.jpg?v=1786237351"},{"product_id":"landscape-in-the-mist-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Landscape in the Mist - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada, capturing a quiet mountain waterway shrouded in mist through delicate colour gradations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada presents a serene view of a mountainous region partially obscured by atmospheric conditions. Kunisada, a prolific figure in the Ukiyo-e tradition, is primarily recognised for his portraits of kabuki actors and bijin-ga, yet this work demonstrates his capacity for atmospheric composition. The scene is structured around a central waterway that winds between steep, rocky cliffs. The foreground features dark, textured rock formations and solitary trees, which frame the composition and guide the eye toward the distant, faint outline of a mountain peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe use of colour is restrained, relying on muted blues, earthy browns, and soft greys to convey the damp, quiet quality of a misty day. The print employs the bokashi technique, a method of colour gradation common in Japanese woodblock printing, to suggest the depth of the fog and the transition between the foreground and the background. The composition balances the solid, heavy forms of the cliffs with the fluid, open space of the water and the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the more dramatic, high-contrast prints of his contemporaries, this work focuses on the stillness of the natural environment. The inclusion of a vertical cartouche on the left side, containing the title, provides a graphic element that anchors the composition. The print reflects the broader interest in travel and scenic views that gained popularity in Japan during the Edo period. By focusing on the interplay between light, shadow, and atmospheric density, the artist creates a sense of quietude. This print is a representative example of the technical skill involved in mid-nineteenth-century Japanese printmaking, where the layering of woodblocks allowed for subtle tonal variations and a sense of spatial depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sino-japanese-war-the-japanese-navy-victorious-off-takushan-ogata-gekko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSino-Japanese War: The Japanese Navy Victorious Off Takushan - Ogata Gekko — Ogata Gekkō\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/three-women-dining-before-a-group-of-trees-utagawa-toyokuni-i\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThree Women Dining Before a Group of Trees - Utagawa Toyokuni I — Utagawa Toyokuni I\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429377118543,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429385245007,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429385277775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429385310543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429385343311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429385376079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429385408847,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429385441615,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429385474383,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429385507151,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429385539919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429385572687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Landscape-in-the-Mist_Poster_CompositorV1_1786182276065.jpg?v=1786237755"},{"product_id":"ochanomizu-in-the-mist-utagawa-kunisada","title":"Ochanomizu in the Mist - Utagawa Kunisada","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicting the Ochanomizu district of Edo, characterised by soft atmospheric mist and traditional Japanese landscape techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUtagawa Kunisada, also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, is primarily recognised for his prolific output of actor prints and bijin-ga, or images of beautiful women. This work, however, demonstrates his capability in the genre of meisho-e, or pictures of famous places. Ochanomizu, a district in Edo, is depicted here with a focus on atmospheric conditions rather than strict topographical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition utilises a classic ukiyo-e approach to depth, framing the canal with steep, craggy banks that recede into a pale, misty distance. The use of bokashi, a technique involving the manual gradation of ink on the woodblock, creates the soft, ethereal quality of the fog that obscures the background. The water is rendered in a distinct, flat blue, providing a cool contrast to the muted, earthy tones of the cliffs and the sparse vegetation clinging to the rock faces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunisada employs a calligraphic line quality to define the textures of the stone and the gnarled forms of the trees. The print is part of a series that explores the natural beauty of the Edo region, reflecting the period's interest in travel and the appreciation of local scenery. The inclusion of a cartouche on the left side identifies the subject, while the artist's signature and seal are positioned on the right. This print offers a quiet, contemplative view of a location that has undergone significant urban change since the nineteenth century. It serves as a visual record of the aesthetic priorities of the late Edo period, where the interplay between human-made structures and the natural environment was a common subject for woodblock artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sino-japanese-war-the-japanese-navy-victorious-off-takushan-ogata-gekko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSino-Japanese War: The Japanese Navy Victorious Off Takushan - Ogata Gekko — Ogata Gekkō\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/three-women-dining-before-a-group-of-trees-utagawa-toyokuni-i\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThree Women Dining Before a Group of Trees - Utagawa Toyokuni I — Utagawa Toyokuni I\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Utagawa Kunisada","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429405135183,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429408903503,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429408936271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429408969039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429409001807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429409034575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429409067343,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429409100111,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429409132879,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429409165647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429409198415,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429409231183,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ochanomizu-in-the-Mist_Poster_CompositorV1_1786182488663.jpg?v=1786238084"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/utagawa-kunisada.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}