Utamaro (1753) Sold at Auction Prices

Painter, Wood cutter, b. 1753 - d. 1806

Artist Kitagawa Utamaro was one of the most famous ukiyo-e artists. Ukiyo-e translates to "pictures of the floating world," and artist Utamro's ukiyo-e prints were unique in that they usually portrayed one woman, versus the multiple women in comparable ukiyo-e art. Utamaro's art is most well known for his erotic depictions of women, as most of his over 1,500 prints feature females, from mothers to courtesans. 

Before ukiyo-e art, Utamaro created illustrated books, the most famous being Insects. One of his most famous set of ukiyo-e woodcut prints is titled Fu ninsogaku jittai (Ten Physiognomies of Women). Utamaro's woodblock prints of the wife and concubines of military dictator Toyotomi Hideyoshi's got him arrested for shaming the dictator. This ended Kitagawa Utamaro's work as an artist, and he died two years later in 1806. Even though his career was cut short, there are many of Utamaro's ukiyo-e prints for sale around the world. Enjoy vintage woodcut prints from online auctions and galleries.

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  • KITAGAWA UTAMARO, (FOUR JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS),
    Apr. 03, 2025

    KITAGAWA UTAMARO, (FOUR JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS),

    Est: $300 - $500

    KITAGAWA UTAMARO, (FOUR JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS), WOODBLOCK ON PAPER, ALL INSCRIBED, 14 X 9.5CM (SHEET, EACH), FRAME SIZE: 35 X 29.5CM (EACH)

    Leonard Joel
  • UTAMARO KITAGAWA, Geisha Reading
    Mar. 31, 2025

    UTAMARO KITAGAWA, Geisha Reading

    Est: $200 - $400

    UTAMARO KITAGAWA Geisha Reading colour woodblock inscribed upper and lower left 29 x 18.5cm PROVENANCE The George Brugler & Jasmine Cowen Collection, Melbourne

    Gibson's
  • Kitagawa Utamaro, Feuerwerk über der Ryogoku-Brücke
    Mar. 29, 2025

    Kitagawa Utamaro, Feuerwerk über der Ryogoku-Brücke

    Est: €700 - €1,400

    Kitagawa Utamaro - Fireworks over the Ryogoku Bridge (Edo 1753-1806 ibid.) Nocturnal festival on the Sumida River. Colour woodblock print; c. 1800/05. signature Utamaro ga, publisher Yamaguchiya Tobei Kinkodo, kiwame-in 1791-1842. dai-oban format 32 x 44.4 cm; in passepartout. - Stained, paper browned, colours somewhat faded. - Thieme/Becker 34. /// Kitagawa Utamaro Feuerwerk über der Ryogoku-Brücke (Edo 1753-1806 ebd.) Nächtliches Fest auf dem Sumida-Fluss. Farbholzschnitt; um 1800/05. Signatur Utamaro ga, Verleger Yamaguchiya Tobei Kinkodo, kiwame-in 1791-1842. Dai-Oban-Format 32 x 44,4 cm; in Passepartout. - Fleckig, Papier gebräunt, Farben etwas verblichen. - Lit. Thieme/Becker 34.

    Kunstauktionshaus Schlosser
  • ANTIQUE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED WOMAN PLAYING WITH GOLDFISH WITH COA, 17.5IN x 21.5IN (44cm x 54cm)
    Mar. 27, 2025

    ANTIQUE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED WOMAN PLAYING WITH GOLDFISH WITH COA, 17.5IN x 21.5IN (44cm x 54cm)

    Est: $1,250 - $1,500

    Antique Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Woman Playing with Goldfish. This piece is after the original which was created in the late 1700s, and it is part of the series Ten Classics of Women’s Physiognomy. This piece is part of the famous Robert O. Muller collection, and it was purchased by Muller in the 1930s. This print was produced by Hashiguchi Goyo. Hashiguchi Goyo is one of the most famous and admired artists of 20th century Japanese woodblocks. Often called the "Taisho Utamaro," Goyo published this masterful set of reprints as an homage to his Edo era predecessor. Released in 1920, shortly before Goyo's death, these are indisputably the finest Utamaro reprints ever produced. Sparing no expense in production, these prints feature finely embossed details and shimmering mica accents that truly distinguish them from lesser reproductions. These prints are considered some of the rarest and most valuable reprints on the market. As the production numbers for this series was quite low, they are almost impossible to find on the market today. This is an excellent opportunity for serious collectors as we are unlikely to come across another group of these oban Goyo reprints in such fine condition. Each print has the red rectangular Goyo seal in the margin or on the reverse. This piece is double matted and framed under glass, in an ornate golden frame. With frame, this measures 17.5 inches x 21.5 inches. This piece comes with a detailed Certificate of Provenance and Authority (see picture).

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • ANTIQUE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED THE GEISHA TOMIMOTO TOYOHINA WITH COA, 16IN x 20IN (41cm x 51cm)
    Mar. 27, 2025

    ANTIQUE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED THE GEISHA TOMIMOTO TOYOHINA WITH COA, 16IN x 20IN (41cm x 51cm)

    Est: $1,250 - $1,500

    Antique Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled The Geisha Tomimoto Toyohina. This piece is after the original which was created in 1795, and it is part of the series Renowned Beauties Likened to the Six Immortal Poets. This piece is part of the famous Robert O. Muller collection, and it was purchased by Muller in the 1930s. This piece is matted and framed under glass, in a simple wooden frame. With frame, this measures 16 inches x 20 inches. This piece comes with a detailed Certificate of Provenance and Authority (see picture).

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • ANTIQUE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED MOTHER AND BOY WITH COA, 17IN x 21IN (43cm x 53cm)
    Mar. 27, 2025

    ANTIQUE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED MOTHER AND BOY WITH COA, 17IN x 21IN (43cm x 53cm)

    Est: $1,250 - $1,500

    Antique Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Mother and Boy. This piece is after the original which was created in 1798. This piece is part of the famous Robert O. Muller collection, and it was purchased by Muller in the 1930s. This piece is matted and framed under glass, in a simple wooden frame. With frame, this measures 17 inches x 21 inches. This piece comes with a detailed Certificate of Provenance and Authority (see picture).

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • ANTIQUE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED THREE BEAUTIES OF THE DAY WITH COA, 22.5IN x 26.5IN (57cm x 67cm)
    Mar. 27, 2025

    ANTIQUE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED THREE BEAUTIES OF THE DAY WITH COA, 22.5IN x 26.5IN (57cm x 67cm)

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Antique Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Three Beauties of the Day. This piece was created in early 20th Century and is part of the famous Robert O. Muller collection, and it was purchased by Muller in the 1930s. This piece is matted and framed under glass, in a beautiful golden frame. With frame, this measures 22.5 inches x 26.5 inches. This piece comes with a detailed Certificate of Provenance and Authority (see picture).

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • ANTIQUE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1750-1806) TITLED READING A LETTER, 16IN x 18.5IN (41cm x 47cm)
    Mar. 27, 2025

    ANTIQUE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1750-1806) TITLED READING A LETTER, 16IN x 18.5IN (41cm x 47cm)

    Est: $1,250 - $1,500

    Antique Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1750-1806) titled Reading a Letter. This piece is after the original which was created in 1802-1803. This piece was made by Hashiguchi Goyo, who is one of the most famous and admired artists of 20th century Japanese woodblocks. Often called the "Taisho Utamaro," Goyo published this masterful set of reprints as an homage to his Edo era predecessor. Released in 1920, shortly before Goyo's death, these are indisputably the finest Utamaro reprints ever produced. Sparing no expense in production, these prints feature finely embossed details and shimmering mica accents that truly distinguish them from lesser reproductions. These prints are considered some of the rarest and most valuable reprints on the market. As the production numbers for this series was quite low, they are almost impossible to find on the market today. This is an excellent opportunity for serious collectors as we are unlikely to come across another group of these oban Goyo reprints in such fine condition. Each print has the red rectangular Goyo seal in the margin or on the reverse. Terrific portrait of a young beauty studying a letter intently, crumpling it as she grasps it with both hands. Beautifully detailed with delicate line work in her sleek hairstyle and lightly embossed dots on her gray outer kimono. A classic Utamaro beauty subject. This piece was part of the famous Robert O. Muller collection, and it was purchased by Muller in the 1930s. This piece is matted and framed under glass, in a simple wooden frame. With frame, this measures 16 inches x 18.5 inches. This piece comes with a detailed Certificate of Provenance and Authority (see picture).

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED THE COURTESAN HANAGOI OF OGIYA, 17IN x 21IN (43cm x 53cm)
    Mar. 27, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED THE COURTESAN HANAGOI OF OGIYA, 17IN x 21IN (43cm x 53cm)

    Est: $800 - $1,100

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled the Courtesan Hanagoi of Ogiya. This piece is after the original which was created in 1792. This piece is believed to be at least 150+ years old, and is double matted and framed under glass, in a beautiful golden frame. With frame, this measures 17 inches x 21 inches. This piece was acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED SOJO HENJO, FROM THE SIX SELECTED BEAUTIES, 18IN x 22IN (46cm x 56cm)
    Mar. 27, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED SOJO HENJO, FROM THE SIX SELECTED BEAUTIES, 18IN x 22IN (46cm x 56cm)

    Est: $800 - $1,100

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Sojo Henjo, from the Six Selected Beauties. This piece is after the original which was created in 1795-1796. This piece is believed to be at least 150+ years old, and is matted and framed under glass, in a beautiful golden frame. With frame, this measures 18 inches x 22 inches. This piece was acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED WISTFUL LOVE, 15IN x 20IN (38cm x 51cm)
    Mar. 27, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED WISTFUL LOVE, 15IN x 20IN (38cm x 51cm)

    Est: $1,250 - $1,500

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Wistful Love. This piece is after the original which was created in 1793. This piece is believed to be at least 120+ years old, and is matted and framed under glass, in a beautiful golden frame. With frame, this measures 15 inches x 20 inches. This piece was acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED BEAUTY AND THE YOUNG SAMURAI, 16IN x 21.5IN (41cm x 55cm)
    Mar. 27, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED BEAUTY AND THE YOUNG SAMURAI, 16IN x 21.5IN (41cm x 55cm)

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Beauty and the Young Samurai. This piece is after the original which was created in the late 1700s. This piece is part of the famous Robert O. Muller collection, and it was purchased by Muller in the 1930s. This piece is matted and framed under glass, in an ornate frame. With frame, this measures 16.5 inches x 21.5 inches. This piece comes with a detailed Certificate of Provenance and Authority (see picture).

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED MADOKA OF THE TAMAYA, 18.5IN x 22.5IN (47cm x 57cm)
    Mar. 27, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED MADOKA OF THE TAMAYA, 18.5IN x 22.5IN (47cm x 57cm)

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Madoka of the Tamaya. This piece is after the original which was created in the late 1700s. This piece is part of the famous Robert O. Muller collection, and it was purchased by Muller in the 1930s. This piece is matted and framed under glass, in a wooden frame. With frame, this measures 18.5 inches x 22.5 inches. This piece comes with a detailed Certificate of Provenance and Authority (see picture).

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED PICTURE OF THE UPPER CLASS, 16IN x 21.5IN (41cm x 55cm)
    Mar. 27, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED PICTURE OF THE UPPER CLASS, 16IN x 21.5IN (41cm x 55cm)

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Picture of the Upper Class. This piece is after the original which was created in 1795. This piece is part of the famous Robert O. Muller collection, and it was purchased by Muller in the 1930s. This piece is matted and framed under glass, in a beautiful ornate frame. With frame, this measures 16 inches x 21.5 inches. This piece comes with a detailed Certificate of Provenance and Authority (see picture).

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED THE FAN SELLER, FROM THE NIWAKA PERFORMERS, 18IN x 22IN (46cm x 56cm)
    Mar. 27, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED THE FAN SELLER, FROM THE NIWAKA PERFORMERS, 18IN x 22IN (46cm x 56cm)

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled The Fan Seller, from the female geisha section of the Yoshiwara Niwaka festival. This piece is after the original which was created in 1795. This piece is part of the famous Robert O. Muller collection, and it was purchased by Muller in the 1930s. This piece is matted and framed under glass, in a beautiful golden frame. With frame, this measures 18 inches x 22 inches. This piece comes with a detailed Certificate of Provenance and Authority (see picture).

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • Kitagawa Utamaro (attrib.), woodblock shunga print
    Mar. 27, 2025

    Kitagawa Utamaro (attrib.), woodblock shunga print

    Est: $100 - $150

    Attributed to Kitagawa Utamaro (Japanese, 1753-1806), woodblock on paper, mounted to backing stock, loose and unframed, trimmed to image, 10.25"h x 15"w

    Millea Bros Ltd
  • STYLE OF KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806) Beauties in the Snow Edo period (1615-1868), late 18th/19th century
    Mar. 20, 2025

    STYLE OF KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806) Beauties in the Snow Edo period (1615-1868), late 18th/19th century

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    STYLE OF KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806) Beauties in the Snow Edo period (1615-1868), late 18th/19th century A hanging scroll painted in ink and color on silk depicting three beauties, two carrying parasols, walking through the snow on a riverbank, with a later wood tomobako storage box, the lid bearing an inscription with the attribution 11 7/8 x 21 1/4in (30.1 x 54cm)

    Bonhams
  • AFTER KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806) Four Shita-e (Preparatory Drawings) and Two Shunga Shita-e (Erotic Preparatory Drawings) Meiji (1868-1912) and Showa (1926-1989) era, 19th/20th century (6)
    Mar. 20, 2025

    AFTER KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806) Four Shita-e (Preparatory Drawings) and Two Shunga Shita-e (Erotic Preparatory Drawings) Meiji (1868-1912) and Showa (1926-1989) era, 19th/20th century (6)

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    AFTER KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806) Four Shita-e (Preparatory Drawings) and Two Shunga Shita-e (Erotic Preparatory Drawings) Meiji (1868-1912) and Showa (1926-1989) era, 19th/20th century Comprising four dai-ōban studies, three of beauties, and one of Yamauba and Kintoki, each inscribed Utamaro hitsu; and two studies of erotic scenes, cut from another source and laid down on chūban-sized paper 15 1/8 x 10 3/4in (38.4 x 27.3cm), the largest (6).

    Bonhams
  • KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806) Edo period (1615-1868), circa 1800
    Mar. 20, 2025

    KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806) Edo period (1615-1868), circa 1800

    Est: $4,000 - $5,000

    KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806) Edo period (1615-1868), circa 1800 An ōban tate-e print of three beauties enjoying fireworks on Ryōgoku Bridge, a single sheet from an untitled triptych, signed Utamaro hitsu, published by Tsutaya Jūzaburō 14 5/8 x 9 3/4in (37 x 25cm)

    Bonhams
  • Utamaro Kitagawa (1753 - 1806) Due bijin, inizio XIX secolo
    Mar. 18, 2025

    Utamaro Kitagawa (1753 - 1806) Due bijin, inizio XIX secolo

    Est: -

    Utamaro Kitagawa (1753 - 1806) Due bijin, inizio XIX secolo Xilografia policroma su carta goffrata 33,9 x 23,6 cm Firma: al centro sul margine sinistro, firma dell'artista in lastra Altre iscrizioni: al centro sul margine sinistro, due sigilli della censura e sigillo dell'editore; in alto, alla sinistra del cartiglio, titolo della serie Elementi distintivi: al verso del passe-partout, l'iscrizione moderna a matita "8" Stato di conservazione. Supporto: 60% (due punti in adesione al supporto, mancanze, tarlatura, abrasioni) Stato di conservazione. Superficie: 60% La stampa raffigura due bijin, di cui una intenta a versare del tè e l'altra a reggere un ventaglio. All'interno del cartiglio viene rappresentata una veduta di Edo

    Bonino
  • Utamaro Kitagawa (1754 - 1806) Yosoi di Matsuba-ya con due attendenti
    Mar. 18, 2025

    Utamaro Kitagawa (1754 - 1806) Yosoi di Matsuba-ya con due attendenti

    Est: -

    Utamaro Kitagawa (1754 - 1806) Yosoi di Matsuba-ya con due attendenti Xilografia policroma 35,8 x 23,7 cm Firma: al centro a destra, firma dell'artista in lastra Altre iscrizioni: al centro a destra, sigillo del censore e sigillo dell'editore; in alto a destra, titolo della serie e commento; in alto a sinistra nomi dei personaggi Stato di conservazione. Supporto: 50% (due punti in adesione al supporto, piegature, tarlatura, tracce di ruggine) Stato di conservazione. Superficie: 60% (sovraesposizione luminosa) La stampa ritrae la cortigiana Yosoi di Matsuba-ya, finemente abbigliata, seguita da due giovani attendenti.

    Bonino
  • Utamaro Kitagawa (1753 - 1806) Shinohara e due attendenti, inizi XIX secolo
    Mar. 18, 2025

    Utamaro Kitagawa (1753 - 1806) Shinohara e due attendenti, inizi XIX secolo

    Est: -

    Utamaro Kitagawa (1753 - 1806) Shinohara e due attendenti, inizi XIX secolo Xilografia policroma e penna su carta goffrata 36 x 25,4 cm Firma: in basso a sinistra, firma dell'artista ripresa a penna in lastra Elementi distintivi: Altre iscrizioni: in basso a sinistra, sigillo del censore e sigillo dell'editore; in alto a sinistra, nomi dei personaggi Stato di conservazione. Supporto: 50% (fissato in due punti al supporto, mancanze, rifodero, piegature, gore d'acqua, effetto di riquadratura da sovraesposizione luminosa, tarlatura) Stato di conservazione. Superficie: 60% (macchie) La stampa ritrae la cortigiana Shinohara di Tsuruya, finemente abbigliata, seguita da due giovani attendenti. Per sottolineare la ricchezza delle vesti, l'artista sovrappone un doppio livello di decorazione, il primo affidato al disegno ed al colore ed il secondo alla goffratura, ossia alla impronta dei motivi ornamentali nella carta.

    Bonino
  • Utamaro Kitagawa (1753 - 1806), da Ohisa della casa da te Takashima, I metà del XX secolo
    Mar. 18, 2025

    Utamaro Kitagawa (1753 - 1806), da Ohisa della casa da te Takashima, I metà del XX secolo

    Est: -

    Utamaro Kitagawa (1753 - 1806), da Ohisa della casa da te Takashima, I metà del XX secolo Xilografia policroma applicata su cartoncino 31,4 x 22,1 cm (luce) Firma: firma a sinistra, in lastra Elementi distintivi: sigilli dell’editore e della censura, in lastra Stato di conservazione. Supporto: 70% (adesione al pass-partout; fioriture, ondulatura) Stato di conservazione. Superficie: 80% (depositi) Riproduzione in dimensioni ridotte di una celebre opera di Utamaro del 1793.

    Bonino
  • KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806). Yashiki fu (The style of a feudal lord’s hous
    Mar. 18, 2025

    KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806). Yashiki fu (The style of a feudal lord’s hous

    Est: $6,000 - $8,000

    KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806). Yashiki fu (The style of a feudal lord’s household). Vertical oban: 15 x 9 7/8 in. (38.1 x 25.1 cm.).

    Christie's
  • KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806). Tsukioka from the house of Hyogoya. Vertical
    Mar. 18, 2025

    KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806). Tsukioka from the house of Hyogoya. Vertical

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1754-1806). Tsukioka from the house of Hyogoya. Vertical oban: 14 ¼ x 9 ¾ in. (36.2 x 24.8 cm.).

    Christie's
  • Utamaro Kitagawa (1753 - 1806) "Een weergaloze schoonheid"
    Mar. 17, 2025

    Utamaro Kitagawa (1753 - 1806) "Een weergaloze schoonheid"

    Est: -

    Houtsnede, uit de serie "Gids over hedendaagse vrouwen", latere uitgave.

    Veilinghuis Onder de Boompjes
  • LOT OF 2 UTAMARO KITAGAWA "ABALONE DIVERS" WOODBLOCK PRINTS
    Mar. 16, 2025

    LOT OF 2 UTAMARO KITAGAWA "ABALONE DIVERS" WOODBLOCK PRINTS

    Est: -

    2pc Utamaro Kitagawa "Awabitori Abalone Divers" Woodblock Prints. Keywords: Asian, Jade, Ivory; Ref: BD1043

    Bradford's
  • KITAGAWA UTAMARO (JAPANESE 1753 - 1806) PRINT FROM SIX HOUSES OF THE YOSHIWARA, KANSEI PERIOD, WOODBLOCK PRINT
    Mar. 15, 2025

    KITAGAWA UTAMARO (JAPANESE 1753 - 1806) PRINT FROM SIX HOUSES OF THE YOSHIWARA, KANSEI PERIOD, WOODBLOCK PRINT

    Est: $200 - $500

    Frame height 21 in., width 16.25; sight, height 15 in., 12.25. Hanaogi of the Ogiya from series Renowned Beatuie likened to the Six Immortal Poets (Komei bijin rokkagen) Woodblock print on gompi washi paper. Utamaro was a Japanese printmaker and painter who was one of the greatest artists of the ukiyo-e movement; he is known especially for his masterfully composed portraits of sensuous female beauties. In about 1791 Utamaro concentrated on making half-length single portraits of women rather than prints of women in groups as favoured by other ukiyo-e artists. In 1804, at the height of his success, he made some prints depicting the military ruler Toyotomi Hideyoshi’s wife and concubines. Consequently, he was accused of insulting Hideyoshis dignity and was ordered to be handcuffed for 50 days. The experience crushed him emotionally and ended his career as an artist. Among his best known works are the wood-block-print series (Ten Physiognomies of Women), (Twelve Hours at the Gay Quarters), (The Seven Beauties of the Gay Quarters), and Kasen koi no fu (Women in Love). Condition: Good, there are no fold marks. Discoloring and darkening apparent on paper.

    Woodard Lipe
  • Kitagawa Utamaro (1754-1806) 11 Prints Of Silk Worm Farming
    Mar. 15, 2025

    Kitagawa Utamaro (1754-1806) 11 Prints Of Silk Worm Farming

    Est: $2,500 - $4,500

    Eleven partial set of twelve by Kitagawa Utamaro (1754-1806).All depiction is placed under cloud pattern as if looking down each scene through the cloud. The set titled Jo Shoku ( Woman's Work ), the number nine print is missing. Prints 11 and 12 are supposed to be a diptych, designed side by side and showing a large print of spinning and weaving together. Standard size. Size: 15 1/8" x 10" Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com. ***All lots are sold as-is and where is. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, and SOFE AUCTIONS does not give refunds.SOFE AUCTIONS ARE PLEASED TO OFFER IN-HOUSE PACKAGING AND SHIPPING SERVICES. PACKAGING SERVICE ONLY: start at $25 and up depending on item/s. Available IN-HOUSE shipping is within the USA of small, medium, semi-large, NON-FRAGILE items. SOFE WON'T ship items in glass frames. After paying for your item/s please call us at 469-268-1177, or email us at info@sofedesignauctions.com to request a quote. All item/s will be shipped via UPS or FedEx, FULLY insured, unless insurance declined in writing by the buyer. SOFE AUCTIONS does not use USPS. We do have a list of suggested third-party shippers. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.

    Sofe Design Auctions
  • Kitagawa, Utamaro: Hirai Gonbachi mit der Kurtisane Komurasaki
    Mar. 15, 2025

    Kitagawa, Utamaro: Hirai Gonbachi mit der Kurtisane Komurasaki

    Est: €1,600 - €1,800

    Utamaro Kitagawa 1753 - 1806 Hirai Gonbachi with the courtesan Komurasaki Color woodcut on paper; H 625 mm, W 105 mm

    Peter Karbstein - Kunst und Auktionshaus
  • Pair Kitagawa Utamaro Wood Blocks w Silver Leaf
    Mar. 06, 2025

    Pair Kitagawa Utamaro Wood Blocks w Silver Leaf

    Est: $100 - $200

    Pair Kitagawa Utamaro Wood Blocks w Silver Leaf Portrait of a Woman. In Silver Leaf Bamboo Style Frames. Framed each measures 21 inches x 15 inches.

    Greenwich Auction
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED WISTFUL LOVE, 15IN x 20IN (38cm x 51cm)
    Mar. 04, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED WISTFUL LOVE, 15IN x 20IN (38cm x 51cm)

    Est: $1,250 - $1,500

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Wistful Love. This piece is after the original which was created in 1793. This piece is believed to be at least 120+ years old, and is matted and framed under glass, in a beautiful golden frame. With frame, this measures 15 inches x 20 inches. This piece was acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED THE COURTESAN HANAGOI OF OGIYA, 17IN x 21IN (43cm x 53cm)
    Mar. 04, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED THE COURTESAN HANAGOI OF OGIYA, 17IN x 21IN (43cm x 53cm)

    Est: $800 - $1,100

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled the Courtesan Hanagoi of Ogiya. This piece is after the original which was created in 1792. This piece is believed to be at least 150+ years old, and is double matted and framed under glass, in a beautiful golden frame. With frame, this measures 17 inches x 21 inches. This piece was acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED SOJO HENJO, FROM THE SIX SELECTED BEAUTIES, 18IN x 22IN (46cm x 56cm)
    Mar. 04, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED SOJO HENJO, FROM THE SIX SELECTED BEAUTIES, 18IN x 22IN (46cm x 56cm)

    Est: $800 - $1,100

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Sojo Henjo, from the Six Selected Beauties. This piece is after the original which was created in 1795-1796. This piece is believed to be at least 150+ years old, and is matted and framed under glass, in a beautiful golden frame. With frame, this measures 18 inches x 22 inches. This piece was acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED BEAUTY AND THE YOUNG SAMURAI, 16IN x 21.5IN (41cm x 55cm)
    Mar. 04, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED BEAUTY AND THE YOUNG SAMURAI, 16IN x 21.5IN (41cm x 55cm)

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Beauty and the Young Samurai. This piece is after the original which was created in the late 1700s. This piece is part of the famous Robert O. Muller collection, and it was purchased by Muller in the 1930s. This piece is matted and framed under glass, in an ornate frame. With frame, this measures 16.5 inches x 21.5 inches. This piece comes with a detailed Certificate of Provenance and Authority (see picture).

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED MADOKA OF THE TAMAYA, 18.5IN x 22.5IN (47cm x 57cm)
    Mar. 04, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED MADOKA OF THE TAMAYA, 18.5IN x 22.5IN (47cm x 57cm)

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Madoka of the Tamaya. This piece is after the original which was created in the late 1700s. This piece is part of the famous Robert O. Muller collection, and it was purchased by Muller in the 1930s. This piece is matted and framed under glass, in a wooden frame. With frame, this measures 18.5 inches x 22.5 inches. This piece comes with a detailed Certificate of Provenance and Authority (see picture).

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED PICTURE OF THE UPPER CLASS, 16IN x 21.5IN (41cm x 55cm)
    Mar. 04, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED PICTURE OF THE UPPER CLASS, 16IN x 21.5IN (41cm x 55cm)

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Picture of the Upper Class. This piece is after the original which was created in 1795. This piece is part of the famous Robert O. Muller collection, and it was purchased by Muller in the 1930s. This piece is matted and framed under glass, in a beautiful ornate frame. With frame, this measures 16 inches x 21.5 inches. This piece comes with a detailed Certificate of Provenance and Authority (see picture).

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED THE FAN SELLER, FROM THE NIWAKA PERFORMERS, 18IN x 22IN (46cm x 56cm)
    Mar. 04, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED THE FAN SELLER, FROM THE NIWAKA PERFORMERS, 18IN x 22IN (46cm x 56cm)

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled The Fan Seller, from the female geisha section of the Yoshiwara Niwaka festival. This piece is after the original which was created in 1795. This piece is part of the famous Robert O. Muller collection, and it was purchased by Muller in the 1930s. This piece is matted and framed under glass, in a beautiful golden frame. With frame, this measures 18 inches x 22 inches. This piece comes with a detailed Certificate of Provenance and Authority (see picture).

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • Japanese woodblock print kitagawa utamaro
    Mar. 02, 2025

    Japanese woodblock print kitagawa utamaro

    Est: $10 - $150

    Japanese woodblock print kitagawa utamaro "portrait of woman" kitagawa utamaro signed left /red stamp 13" x 17 1/2" seepics

    A KLEINS AUCTION GALLERY LLC
  • Kitagawa, Utamaro
    Feb. 16, 2025

    Kitagawa, Utamaro

    Est: €200 - €300

    (um 1753-1806), Zuschauer bei einer Prozession. Farbholzschnitt. Japan, 1804. Chuban-Format (18,5 x 27 cm). - In Passepartout unter Glas (ungeöffnet). - Doppelblatt aus "Seiro ehon nenju gyoji" (Bilderbuch der Jahreszeiten in den Grünen Häusern) Bd. I.

    Zisska & Lacher
  • Kitagawa, Utamaro
    Feb. 16, 2025

    Kitagawa, Utamaro

    Est: €400 - €600

    (um 1753-1806), Arai-bari (Zwei Frauen in einem Hof). Farbholzschnitt. Sign. Utamaro hitsu. Japan, um 1796-97. Oban-Format (38 x 25,5 cm). - Unter Passepartout. - Herausgeber: Yamadaya Sanshiro. Zensur-Siegel: nicht vorhanden. - Linkes Blatt eines Triptychons mit Frauen beim Waschen und Glätten von Stoff. Das Blatt zeigt zwei Frauen, getrennt durch eine Sudare (Bambus-Jalousie), die nach rechts blicken und den anderen, hier nicht sichtbaren Frauen bei der Verrichtung der Wäsche zusehen. Schöne Details sind der große Ausschnitt und die lange Pfeife der links Sitzenden, die durch den Sudare vor allzu neugierigen Blicken geschützt sind. - Utamaro gehört zu den bekanntesten Größen des Ukiyo-e und ist vor allem für seine Darstellung der Bijin, der schönen Frau, bekannt und gefeiert. Die leichte bis stärkere Überlängung der weiblichen Gestalt gehört zu den Charakteristiken seiner Kunst.

    Zisska & Lacher
  • Five woodblock prints by Kitagawa Utamaro.
    Feb. 15, 2025

    Five woodblock prints by Kitagawa Utamaro.

    Est: $150 - $250

    Five woodblock prints by Kitagawa Utamaro (Japanese, 1753-1806): "Faithful Samurai, act IV from The Treasury of the Loyal Retainers ", sheet size: 15 1/8 x 10 1/4 inches. "Three women as archers, left panel of a triptych titled Ladies Surrounding a Cart", sheet size: 15 x 10 inches. "Geisha", sheet size: 15 x 10 3/8 inches. "Beauty and her maidservant", sheet size: 14 5/8 x 9 3/4 inches. "The Outer Robe", sheet size: 14 3/8 x 10 inches. Five prints total.

    Armstrong Fine Art
  • After Kitagawa Utamaro (Japanese, 1753-1806) Triptych Print on Paper, , Ca. 2000, 'Parody of an Imperial Carriage Scene'
    Feb. 14, 2025

    After Kitagawa Utamaro (Japanese, 1753-1806) Triptych Print on Paper, , Ca. 2000, 'Parody of an Imperial Carriage Scene'

    Est: $75 - $150

    Image size: H 14.25", W 29.75". 20th century print on paper after Kitagawa Utamaro. Matted and framed under glass, H 23", W 38.25". Dimensions: 1 PC

    DuMouchelles
  • After Kitagawa Utamaro (Japanese, 1753-1806) Woodblock Print on Paper, , Ca. 2000, 'Kisegawa of the Matsubaya'
    Feb. 14, 2025

    After Kitagawa Utamaro (Japanese, 1753-1806) Woodblock Print on Paper, , Ca. 2000, 'Kisegawa of the Matsubaya'

    Est: $100 - $200

    From the series Comparing the Charms of Five Beauties. Seal signed. Publisher seal in the lower right. Lines of embossing at the fan with touches of mica at the collar. Matted and framed under glass, H Dimensions: 1 PC x H 15" W 10"

    DuMouchelles
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED THE COURTESAN HANAGOI OF OGIYA, 17IN x 21IN (43cm x 53cm)
    Feb. 11, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED THE COURTESAN HANAGOI OF OGIYA, 17IN x 21IN (43cm x 53cm)

    Est: $800 - $1,100

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled the Courtesan Hanagoi of Ogiya. This piece is after the original which was created in 1792. This piece is believed to be at least 150+ years old, and is double matted and framed under glass, in a beautiful golden frame. With frame, this measures 17 inches x 21 inches. This piece was acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED SOJO HENJO, FROM THE SIX SELECTED BEAUTIES, 18IN x 22IN (46cm x 56cm)
    Feb. 11, 2025

    JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED SOJO HENJO, FROM THE SIX SELECTED BEAUTIES, 18IN x 22IN (46cm x 56cm)

    Est: $800 - $1,100

    Japanese woodblock print by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Sojo Henjo, from the Six Selected Beauties. This piece is after the original which was created in 1795-1796. This piece is believed to be at least 150+ years old, and is matted and framed under glass, in a beautiful golden frame. With frame, this measures 18 inches x 22 inches. This piece was acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • THREE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS BY KITIGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED PARODY OF AN IMPERIAL CARRIAGE SCENE, 18IN x 23IN (46cm x 58cm)
    Feb. 11, 2025

    THREE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS BY KITIGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) TITLED PARODY OF AN IMPERIAL CARRIAGE SCENE, 18IN x 23IN (46cm x 58cm)

    Est: $1,000 - $1,250

    Three Japanese woodblock prints, a set of 3 prints by Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806) titled Parody of an Imperial Carriage Scene, and they are after the originals which were created in 1798. These modern copies of his original works are each double matted and framed under glass, in beautiful bamboo frames. Each measure 18 inches x 23 inches. These were acquired from a Virginia estate.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • After Kitagawa Utamaro (Japanese 1753-1806), Afternoon at Ryogoku, Restrike Woodblock Print, Frame: 30 x 18 1/4 in. (76.2 x 46.4 cm.)
    Feb. 11, 2025

    After Kitagawa Utamaro (Japanese 1753-1806), Afternoon at Ryogoku, Restrike Woodblock Print, Frame: 30 x 18 1/4 in. (76.2 x 46.4 cm.)

    Est: $40 - $60

    After Kitagawa Utamaro (Japanese 1753-1806), Afternoon at Ryogoku, Restrike Woodblock Print,

    Weschler's
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