Antique 19th century Japanese Ukiyo-e hand coloured woodblock print by Katsurawa Shunsho depicting actors of the Kabuki theatre
Ukiyo-e is a genre of Japanese art that flourished from the 17th through 19th centuries. Its artists produced woodblock prints and paintings of such subjects as female beauties or scenes from history and folk tales; travel scenes and landscapes; flora and fauna; and erotica.
The term Ukiyo-e translates as "pictures of the floating world".
Produced by artist Katsurawa Shunsho (1726-1793) this stylish piece is well mounted and framed being ready for display.
Frame measures 53cm x 46cm
Antique 19th century Japanese Ukiyo-e hand coloured woodblock print by Katsurawa Shunsho depicting actors of the Kabuki theatre
Ukiyo-e is a genre of Japanese art that flourished from the 17th through 19th centuries. Its artists produced woodblock prints and paintings of such subjects as female beauties or scenes from history and folk tales; travel scenes and landscapes; flora and fauna; and erotica.
The term Ukiyo-e translates as "pictures of the floating world".
Produced by artist Katsurawa Shunsho (1726-1793) this stylish piece is well mounted and framed being ready for display.
Frame measures 53cm x 46cm
