Antique Kawanabe Kyosai woodblock print – One Hundred Pictures by Kyosai

Original Japanese woodblock print from the late Edo to early Meiji period, from the series One Hundred Pictures by Kyosai (Kyosai Hyakuzu) by Kawanabe Kyosai. Printed in nishiki-e technique on traditional washi paper. This sheet comes from authentic nineteenth-century impressions of the series.

The work reflects Kyosai’s characteristic satirical approach, based on visual interpretations of folk wisdom, idioms, cultural sayings, and humorous observation. The linework and compositional manner correspond to the early editions of the Kyosai Hyakuzu series.

Style note

Late-Edo to early-Meiji nishiki-e with characteristic satirical linework of the Kyosai Hyakuzu series.

Condition

Antique condition. Antique works may show natural signs of age (toning, small creases, minor corner wear), so please review the photos carefully.

Size

Size (approx.): 18 × 12 cm.

Shipping

Safe and tracked shipping from Latvia (Riga Gallery of Japanese Art CloudyYokomido).

For US buyers: this item enters the United States duty-free.