Sadao Watanabe Sold at Auction Prices

b. 1913 - d. 1996

Artist Sadeo Watanabe (1913-1996) combined traditional Japanese print-making techniques with Christian iconography to create uniquely hybridized prints. As a devout Christian, Watanabe aimed to bring Christianity to Japan. He did so by depicting scenes from the Bible on large sheets of paper colored with natural dyes and pigments. His works were displayed at the Vatican and in Lyndon Johnson's White House, and although they never achieved widespread popularity in Japan, Sadeo Watanbe's artwork for sale is in demand around the globe. 

Sadao Watanabe's prints were created with the help of his wife. While she handmade paste and pigments, Watanabe created stencils using a sharp blade to cut outlines into specialty paper. Each print differed based on variations in the pigments, paper, or patterns. As an artist, Sadao Watanabe was thrilled by this element of surprise. Collectors can buy Japanese woodblock prints at auction and online to find the next conversation piece for their home.

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          • Sadao Watanabe (Japnese, 1913-1996) woodblock
            Oct. 19, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe (Japnese, 1913-1996) woodblock

            Est: $300 - $600

            People Visiting Stable woodblock in colors, 1962, signed, dated and numbered 39/50 in white ink.   29 3/4 x 22 1/2" (sheet)

            Rachel Davis Fine Arts
          • Japanese Stencil Print by Watanabe Sadao (Japanese, 1913–1996)
            Oct. 11, 2024

            Japanese Stencil Print by Watanabe Sadao (Japanese, 1913–1996)

            Est: $500 - $700

            Look at the Birds of the Air! Large Stencil Printing on Paper Watanabe Sadao (Japanese, 1913–1996) 26.5 x 23 inches (paper) Unframed Overall good condition. 

            Lewis & Grant Auctions
          • Sadao Watanabe, (Japanese 1913-1996), Jesus Healing a Blind Man, Hand-colored stencil woodcut print, Sheet size: 17-1/2 x 13 in (445 x 330); Plate size: 12 x 10 in (305 x 254 mm)
            Oct. 09, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe, (Japanese 1913-1996), Jesus Healing a Blind Man, Hand-colored stencil woodcut print, Sheet size: 17-1/2 x 13 in (445 x 330); Plate size: 12 x 10 in (305 x 254 mm)

            Est: $100 - $200

            Sadao Watanabe (Japanese, 1913-1996) Jesus Healing a Blind Man Hand-colored stencil woodcut print Signed in pencil in Roman letters and in Kanji, l.r and dated 1992, l.l. also with two red seals; unframed in a hinged mat. Property from the Estate of George Zorin

            Weschler's
          • Watanabe, "Nativity," 1981, Woodblock.
            Sep. 20, 2024

            Watanabe, "Nativity," 1981, Woodblock.

            Est: $500 - $700

            Watanabe, Sadao (Japanese, 1913-1996). "Nativity." 1981. Woodblock. Signed and dated l.r. Editioned, 100/100, l.l. All in white ink. Framed and matted. Frame size: 31" x 34 3/8". Sheet size: 23" x 26". Condition: Sight very good. May be laid onto matting.

            Quinn's Auction Galleries
          • Watanabe, "Noah's Ark," 1979, Woodblock.
            Sep. 20, 2024

            Watanabe, "Noah's Ark," 1979, Woodblock.

            Est: $600 - $900

            Watanabe, Sadao (Japanese, 1913-1996). "Noah's Ark." 1979, Woodblock. Signed and dated l.r. Editioned, 21/100, l.l. All in black ink. Framed and matted. Frame size: 30 1/4" x 40 3/8. Sheet sight size: 23 1/2" x 33 1/4". Condition: Sight very good to near fine.

            Quinn's Auction Galleries
          • Watanabe, "Three Fishermen," 1984, Woodblock.
            Sep. 20, 2024

            Watanabe, "Three Fishermen," 1984, Woodblock.

            Est: $600 - $800

            Watanabe, Sadao (Japanese, 1913-1996). "Three Fishermen", 1984, Woodblock. Signed and dated l.r. Editioned l.l, 21/100. Signed and editioned in white ink. Framed and matted. Frame" 23" x 28 3/4". Sheet sight size: 16 3/4" x 21 3/4". Condition: Sight very good.

            Quinn's Auction Galleries
          • 4 Watanabe Woodblock Prints.
            Sep. 20, 2024

            4 Watanabe Woodblock Prints.

            Est: $800 - $1,000

            Watanabe, Sadao (Japanese, 1913-1996). Four woodblocks depicting different Biblical scenes. All prints are framed and matted. All prints are from an unlimited edition. ++ " The Crucifixion." 1970. Woodblock. Signed, stamped l.r. Date l.l. Framed and matted. Frame size: 11 1/2" x 14 3/4". Sheet sight size: 6 5/8" x 7 1/4". ++ "Peter and the Key." 1973. Woodblock. Signed, and stamped l.r. Dated l.l.. Frame size: 12 13/16" x 15 1/8". Sheet sight size: 7" x 8 3/4". ++ " Baby Moses Being Abandoned." 1979. Woodblock. Signed and stamped l.r. Dated l.l. Frame size: 13 3/8" x 14 3/4". Sheet sight size: 7 3/8" x 8 3/4". ++ "Calling Of John And Peter." 1983. Woodblock. Signed and stamped l.r. Dated l.l. Frame size: 13 1/4" x 15 1/4". Sheet sight size: 7 1/2 x 8 3/4". Condition: All sight very good to near fine.

            Quinn's Auction Galleries
          • SADAO WATANABE (JAPAN, 1913-1996)
            Aug. 24, 2024

            SADAO WATANABE (JAPAN, 1913-1996)

            Est: $1,500 - $2,500

            SADAO WATANABE (JAPAN, 1913-1996) (3) Mingei (folk art) traditional Woodcut Prints with Christian themes, including: Christ Bearing the Cross, 1968/ The Last Supper, 1973, Mother & Child, 1984; with labels verso from Kanda's Gallery B.O.Q. of Tokyo, Okinawa, Yokoto & Misawa.in matching black box frames, matted under non-glare glass.

            Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
          • SADAO WATANABE (JAPAN, 1913-1996)
            Aug. 24, 2024

            SADAO WATANABE (JAPAN, 1913-1996)

            Est: $500 - $700

            SADAO WATANABE (JAPAN, 1913-1996) "Arrival of the Three Kings" 1966, stencil momigami print, un-numbered edition of 50, from the 'Gospel' series, pencil signed. Blackwood Gallery of Pittsburgh label verso. In embossed gold metal leaf frame, with white linen mat and gold liner, under UV plexi, OS: 20" x 22 1/2", SS: 11" x 30". Original price $3500.

            Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
          • Sadao Watanabe - Japanese Print - The Last Supper
            Aug. 02, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe - Japanese Print - The Last Supper

            Est: $80 - $100

            Artist: Watanabe, Sadao, 1913-1996 Title: The Last Supper Date: 1973

            Floating World Auctions
          • Sadao Watanabe - Japanese Print - St. Peter
            Aug. 02, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe - Japanese Print - St. Peter

            Est: $200 - $300

            Artist: Watanabe, Sadao, 1913-1996 Title: St. Peter Edition: 38/70 Date: 1970

            Floating World Auctions
          • Sadao Watanabe - Japanese Print - Three Fisherman
            Aug. 02, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe - Japanese Print - Three Fisherman

            Est: $200 - $300

            Artist: Watanabe, Sadao, 1913-1996 Title: Three Fisherman Edition: 123/200 Date: 1963

            Floating World Auctions
          • Sadao WATANABE (1913-1996), katazome method/stencil on Japanese momigami paper Untitled, numbered 12/50, signed and dated 1966
            Jun. 18, 2024

            Sadao WATANABE (1913-1996), katazome method/stencil on Japanese momigami paper Untitled, numbered 12/50, signed and dated 1966

            Est: €120 - €180

            Sadao WATANABE (1913-1996), katazome method/stencil on Japanese momigami paper Untitled, numbered 12/50, signed and dated 1966 Sadao WATANABE (1913-1996), katazome methode/stencil op Japans momigami papier Zonder titel, genummerd 12/50, getekend en gedateerd 1966

            Maison Jules Veilinghuis
          • Sadao Watanabe (Japanese, 1913-1996), 'Doubting Thomas' edition 31/70, 1971
            Jun. 12, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe (Japanese, 1913-1996), 'Doubting Thomas' edition 31/70, 1971

            Est: $200 - $400

            Sadao Watanabe (Japanese, 1913-1996) 'Doubting Thomas' edition 31/70, 1971 With date, edition number, and signature to lower edge; framed. H: 26, W: 22 in. (H: 66.04, W: 55.88 cm. (sight)) Overall dimensions: H: 32 1/4, W: 28 in. (H: 81.91, W: 71.12 cm.) Please contact the Cataloging Department for additional natural light photographs of this lot: Sylvia Li (English, Mandarin): sylvia@oakridgeauctiongallery.com Savhanna Long (English): savhanna@oakridgeauctiongallery.com Barbara Song (English, Mandarin): barbara@oakridgeauctiongallery.com

            Oakridge Auction Gallery
          • Sadao Watanabe 1972 stencil print The Last Supper
            Jun. 08, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe 1972 stencil print The Last Supper

            Est: $400 - $800

            Watanabe, Sadao (Japanese, 1913-1996), The Last Supper, 1972/1975, Kappazuri (produced entirely by stenciling, without woodblocks, are also called kappazuri. Kappazuri may be identified by the presence of visible brushstrokes), 33.5 x 24.25 inches, signed, dated and numbered 55/79 with white brush, framed in a partially gilded wood frame with archival glass measuring 37 x 27.75 inches.

            Concept Art Gallery
          • Sadao Watanabe 1972 stencil print Christ with Cross
            Jun. 08, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe 1972 stencil print Christ with Cross

            Est: $300 - $600

            Watanabe, Sadao (Japanese, 1913-1996), Christ with Cross, 1975, Kappazuri (produced entirely by stenciling, without woodblocks, are also called kappazuri. Kappazuri may be identified by the presence of visible brushstrokes), 22 x 18 inches, signed, dated, and numbered 39/70 in white ink, framed measuring 30 x 26.5 inches.

            Concept Art Gallery
          • Sadao Watanabe, Original Woodcut on Momigami Paper, Signed
            May. 30, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe, Original Woodcut on Momigami Paper, Signed

            Est: $200 - $800

            Large original color woodcut on handmade and crumpled Momigami paper by Japanese Master printmaker Sadao Watanabe who followed the Mingei (folk art) movement. Entitled Beggar and Saints, Watanabe's composition features a biblical subject placed in a Japanese context with sushi rolls set in a vertical row behind the beggar. Signature and date on lower right: Sadao Watanabe 1965. Title on lower center: Beggar and Saints. Edition number on lower left: 125/210. Housed in a black frame with a black color background. Sight size: 23"L x 25.50"H. Frame size: 30"L x 32"H x 1"W. Artist: Sadao Watanabe (Japanese 1913-1996) Issued: 1965 Edition Number: 125 of 210 Country of Origin: Japan

            Lion and Unicorn
          • SADAO WATANABE (1913 – 1996) Look at the Birds of the Air
            May. 17, 2024

            SADAO WATANABE (1913 – 1996) Look at the Birds of the Air

            Est: £200 - £300

            SADAO WATANABE (1913 – 1996) Look at the Birds of the Air Dated 1968 A Japanese stencil print on momi-gami paper, numbered, signed and dated by the artist, illustrating a scene from the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 6:26) on a yellow ground paper, titled to the reverse in pencil and unmounted, 69cm high, 59cm long - PROVENANCE: English Private Collection.

            Chiswick Auctions
          • SADAO WATANABE (1913 – 1996) Three Wise Men
            May. 17, 2024

            SADAO WATANABE (1913 – 1996) Three Wise Men

            Est: £200 - £300

            SADAO WATANABE (1913 – 1996) Three Wise Men Dated 1969 A Japanese stencil print on momi-gami paper, numbered, signed and dated by the artist, depicting the three Magi on a white ground, titled to the reverse in pencil and unmounted, 69cm high, 59cm long - PROVENANCE: English Private Collection.

            Chiswick Auctions
          • Sadao Watanabe (Japanese, 1913-1996) Peter's Denial, Stencil Print
            May. 12, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe (Japanese, 1913-1996) Peter's Denial, Stencil Print

            Est: $100 - $200

            Description: A biblical scene stencil print on paper depicting a biblical scene featuring Saint Peter and a rooster. Type: Stencil print Materials: Laid paper Markings & Inscriptions: Signed, dated, and numbered 6/50 bottom right Date: 1967 Maker: Sadao Watanabe (Japanes, 1913-1996) Dimensions: 26" x 23" sheet, 29.25" x 26.5" framed. Provenance: From an Elkins Park, Pennsylvania collection.

            Hoch LTD.
          • SADAO WATANABE TWO STENCILS ON PAPER
            May. 07, 2024

            SADAO WATANABE TWO STENCILS ON PAPER

            Est: $200 - $300

            SADAO WATANABE (Japan, 1913-1996) two stencils on paper: "Arrival of the Three Kings" and "Good Samaritan." Both pencil signed lower right, 10.5" x 12.5" (images), 19.75" x 21" (frames).

            O'Gallerie
          • SADAO WATANABE BIBLICAL PRINTS
            May. 05, 2024

            SADAO WATANABE BIBLICAL PRINTS

            Est: $200 - $300

            Biblical Prints by Sadao Watanabe. Published by Shinkyo Shuppansha (Protestant Publishing Co.) in collaboration with the Endowment For Biblical Research, Boston in 1986. Yellow cloth housed in a folding slip cover and an additional illustrated cardboard slipcase. Book edge slightly foxed, else a very fine copy. The cardboard slipcase also foxed. An artist book featuring reproductions of stencil prints by the Japanese Christian printmaker, with biographical text by theologist Masao Takenaka. Text in both English and Japanese.

            Sydney Rare Book Auctions
          • SADAO WATANABE, JAPANESE 1913-1996, JOSEPH, 1979, Color woodblock
            Apr. 30, 2024

            SADAO WATANABE, JAPANESE 1913-1996, JOSEPH, 1979, Color woodblock

            Est: $250 - $500

            SADAO WATANABE JAPANESE, 1913-1996 JOSEPH, 1979 Color woodblock Lower left dated: 1979; lower right signed and sealed: SADAO WATANABE

            Potomack Company
          • Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996), Two works: "Mary and Christ Child" and "Mary, Joseph, and Baby"
            Apr. 16, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996), Two works: "Mary and Christ Child" and "Mary, Joseph, and Baby"

            Est: $300 - $500

            Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996) Two Works: "Mary and Christ Child" Woodcut in colors on handmade paper Edition: 88/200 Signed and numbered in pencil in the lower margin: Sadao Watanabe; with the artist's red seal ink stamp lower margin, at right "Mary, Joseph, and Baby" Woodcut in colors on handmade paper Edition: Artist's Proof Signed and numbered in pencil in the lower margin: Sadao Watanabe; with the artist's red seal ink stamp lower margin, at right

            John Moran Auctioneers
          • Sadao Watanabe Woodblock [Animals, Arc]
            Apr. 10, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe Woodblock [Animals, Arc]

            Est: $200 - $300

            Sadao Watanabe (Japanese, 1913-1996) woodblock print pencil signed lower right and dated 1976 lower left. Image size 6.25 in. x 6 in., sheet size 13 in. x 8.875 in. and is attached at upper edge with glue to a 17 in. x 13 in. mat board. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 14x14x14 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio if it is not fragile or over 25lbs. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. Books maximum box size will be 14x14x14 inch or equivalent and will be shipped USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. If your invoice is for multiple items, we will use our discretion on requiring the use of an outside shipper. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction even if not stated.

            Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
          • Japanese Stencil Print by Watanabe Sadao (Japanese, 1913–1996)
            Mar. 27, 2024

            Japanese Stencil Print by Watanabe Sadao (Japanese, 1913–1996)

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            Look at the Birds of the Air! Large Stencil Printing on Paper Watanabe Sadao (Japanese, 1913–1996) 26.5 x 23 inches (paper) Unframed Overall good condition.

            Lewis & Grant Auctions
          • Sadao Watanabe - Mid Century Screen Print - Christ Carrying Cross
            Feb. 18, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe - Mid Century Screen Print - Christ Carrying Cross

            Est: -

            Sadao Watanabe - Mid Century Screen Print - Christ Carrying Cross. Sadao Watanabe (1933-). Print is 9" x 12 5/8". Pickup is Monday, February 19th from 12pm to 6pm and Tuesday, February 20th from 10am to 3pm in Gahanna, Ohio 43230. (THIS IS THE ONLY PICKUP WINDOW) or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. We will charge a $3 delivery fee to take this lot to our warehouse for processing. Once packed up we will send you an invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: shipping@burnsbid.com Sales tax will be collected for all bidders paying with a card. We will not charge sales tax if you come to pay cash in person (you are welcomed to do this!) If tax exempt, make sure your certificate is submitted with Invaluable.

            Burns Auction & Appraisal, LLC.
          • Sadao Watanabe - Mid Century Screen Print - Bible Story
            Feb. 18, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe - Mid Century Screen Print - Bible Story

            Est: -

            Sadao Watanabe - Mid Century Screen Print - Bible Story. Sadao Watanabe (1933-). Print is 9" x 12 7/8". Pickup is Monday, February 19th from 12pm to 6pm and Tuesday, February 20th from 10am to 3pm in Gahanna, Ohio 43230. (THIS IS THE ONLY PICKUP WINDOW) or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. We will charge a $3 delivery fee to take this lot to our warehouse for processing. Once packed up we will send you an invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: shipping@burnsbid.com Sales tax will be collected for all bidders paying with a card. We will not charge sales tax if you come to pay cash in person (you are welcomed to do this!) If tax exempt, make sure your certificate is submitted with Invaluable.

            Burns Auction & Appraisal, LLC.
          • NOAH'S ARK PRINT BY SADAO WATANABE (1913-1996).
            Jan. 27, 2024

            NOAH'S ARK PRINT BY SADAO WATANABE (1913-1996).

            Est: $100 - $150

            NOAH'S ARK PRINT BY SADAO WATANABE (1913-1996). Japanese, late 20th Century (dated 1997). Off set lithograph, signed, numbered 35/80. Red ground. Framed, 16.75"h. 14.5"w.

            Amelia Jeffers
          • Sadao Watanabe (Japanese 1913-1996), Five Apostles, Woodblock Print on Handmade Paper, Signed l.r., Unframed Sheet Size: 22 x 41 in. (55.9 x 104.1 cm.)
            Jan. 16, 2024

            Sadao Watanabe (Japanese 1913-1996), Five Apostles, Woodblock Print on Handmade Paper, Signed l.r., Unframed Sheet Size: 22 x 41 in. (55.9 x 104.1 cm.)

            Est: $200 - $400

            Sadao Watanabe (Japanese 1913-1996), Five Apostles, Woodblock Print on Handmade Paper, Signed l.r.,

            Weschler's
          • Sadao Watanabe woodblocks
            Dec. 02, 2023

            Sadao Watanabe woodblocks

            Est: $300 - $600

            Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996) Untitled woodblock in colors, 1965, signed, dated and numbered 31/50 in white.   22 1/4 x 25 3/4"

            Rachel Davis Fine Arts
          • SADAO WATANABE (Japan, 1913-1996), Set of seven views of the Nativity, Woodblock prints on handmade paper, 11.5" x 8.25". Unframed.
            Nov. 29, 2023

            SADAO WATANABE (Japan, 1913-1996), Set of seven views of the Nativity, Woodblock prints on handmade paper, 11.5" x 8.25". Unframed.

            Est: $250 - $350

            SADAO WATANABE Japan, 1913-1996 Set of seven views of the Nativity, showing Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus and the Three Wise Men in a manger. Each signed and dated 1963 lower right.

            Eldred's
          • Print, Sadao Watanabe
            Nov. 16, 2023

            Print, Sadao Watanabe

            Est: $600 - $900

            Sadao Watanabe (Japanese, 1913-1996), "Calling of Jesus," 1983, woodcut, pencil signed and dated lower right, image: 24"h x 20"w, overall (with frame): 33"h x 29.75"w

            Clars Auctions
          • Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996)
            Nov. 02, 2023

            Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996)

            Est: $80 - $120

            Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996) Scenes from the Bible: The Flight into Egypt, At A Well, The Three Shepherds, Three original color stencil prints, Not signed. Published by Marson Ltd. Largest dimensions: H: 4 3/4 x W: 6 1/8 in. From the collection of Marlene Mancini Frost.

            Gray's Auctioneers
          • SADAO WANTANABE (JAPANESE, 1913-1996) "TOWER OF BABEL" PRINT
            Oct. 21, 2023

            SADAO WANTANABE (JAPANESE, 1913-1996) "TOWER OF BABEL" PRINT

            Est: $100 - $200

            SADAO WANTANABE (JAPANESE, 1913-1996) "TOWER OF BABEL" PRINT, woodblock print, ink and color on textured paper, signed "SADAO WATANABE 1965" lower right. Unframed. 1965. 34" x 23". Shipping Note: IN-HOUSE SHIPPING IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS LOT. Please contact our local UPS store store6595@theupsstore.com for information on shipping or see our website for a list of third-party shippers https://www.jeffreysevans.com/buying/shipping-and-pick-up/

            Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
          • Sadao Watanabe, 1913-1996, Pochoir (stencil print)
            Oct. 21, 2023

            Sadao Watanabe, 1913-1996, Pochoir (stencil print)

            Est: €180 - €250

            Sadao Watanabe, 1913-1996, Pochoir (stencil print), Adoration of the Three Kings, 1995, artist's print, signed and dated, framed underPP and glass, 60x70 cm . German Description: Sadao Watanabe, 1913-1996, Pochoir (Schablonendruck), Anbetung der Hl. drei Könige, 1995, Künstlerabzug, signiert und datiert, unter PP und Glas gerahmt, 60x70 cm

            Henry's Auktionshaus
          • SADAO WATANABE, NATIVITY SCENE 1979
            Oct. 20, 2023

            SADAO WATANABE, NATIVITY SCENE 1979

            Est: $200 - $300

            Artist : Sadao Watanabe. 1913-1996. Nativity scene 1979.Stencils Print. Sadao Watanabe , was born on July 7, 1913 in Tokyo. His father died when Sadao was only 10 years old. Later the young boy began an apprenticeship with Serizawa Keisuke (1895–1984), a textile dyer. Textile dyeing is regarded as an art in Japan and has a lot in common with the Japanese form of stencil printmaking called kappazuri. Sadao Watanabe died on January 8, 1996. Exhibitions and Awards of Sadao Watanabe It would be too much to mention all exhibition events and awards that Sadao Watanabe had received. Here are just a few from his early career. 1947 - Award of the first Japan Craft Center prize 1948 - Kokuga prize, Japan 1956 - Japan Print Academy prize 1961-64 - Yoseido Gallery in Toyko, Japan 1962 - International Print Biennial in Tokyo, Japan 1969 - Portland Museum of Art, U.S.A. 1971 - Modern Japanese Print Exhibition in Brussels, Belgium Public Collections Art prints by Sadao Watanabe are in the possession of all major museums, the Vatican and the White House. Lynden B. Johnson liked his art works. Achenbach Foundation for Graphic Arts in San Francisco, U.S.A. Art Gallery of New South Wales in Sidney, Australia Art Institute of Chicago, U.S.A. Boston Art Museum, U.S.A. British Museum, United Kingdom Carnegie Museum, U.S.A. Cincinnati Museum of Art, U.S.A. Folk and Craft Museum Tokyo, Japan Honolulu Academy of Arts Museum of Modern Art in New York (Moma), U.S.A. National Museum of Art in Tokyo, Japan

            Eden Fine Antiques Galleries LLC
          • Signed Woodcut by Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996)
            Oct. 19, 2023

            Signed Woodcut by Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996)

            Est: $150 - $250

            A signed color woodcut by Japanese mingei artist Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996). No title noted, piece depicts three figures holding large, abstract flowers. Dated 1967 at the bottom margin, along with artist's signature and stamped red character. Gilt frame with elegant trim, measures 14 1/4" x 14 1/4", 7 1/2" x 7 1/2" site.

            Embassy Auctions International
          • Signed Woodcut by Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996)
            Oct. 19, 2023

            Signed Woodcut by Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996)

            Est: $150 - $250

            A signed color woodcut by Japanese mingei artist Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996) No title noted, piece depicts a row of figures all gazing upwards. Dated 1966 at the bottom margin, along with artist's signature and stamped red character. Gilt frame with elegant trim, measures 15" x 15", 8" x 8" site.

            Embassy Auctions International
          • Signed "Pentecost" Woodcut by Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996)
            Oct. 19, 2023

            Signed "Pentecost" Woodcut by Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996)

            Est: $150 - $250

            A signed color woodcut by Japanese mingei artist Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996) titled "Pentecost." Dated 1965 at the bottom margin, along with artist signature and stamped red character. Nice gilt wooden frame. Piece measures 14" x 14", 7" x 7" site.

            Embassy Auctions International
          • Sadao Watanabe Stencil Print Woman of Canaan
            Oct. 19, 2023

            Sadao Watanabe Stencil Print Woman of Canaan

            Est: $200 - $300

            Sadao Watanabe (Japan, 1913-1996). Stencil print, Woman of Canaan. Brush signed, dated 1964, titled and numbered 199/210 below the image. 27" x 22 3/4" (with frame 31 3/4" x 27 3/4"). Some discoloration to sheet and discoloration to mat, chips and losses to frame.

            Willow Auction House
          • SADAO WATANABE UNTITLED WASHI STENCIL PRINT
            Oct. 08, 2023

            SADAO WATANABE UNTITLED WASHI STENCIL PRINT

            Est: -

            Sadao Watanabe (1913 - 1996) Untitled Washi Stencil Print. Sadao Watanabe born and raised in Tokyo, was a Japanese printmaker in the 20th Century. He was famous for his Biblical prints rendered in the mingei (folk art) tradition of Japan. As a student of the master textile dye artist Serizawa Keisuke (1895-1984), Watanabe was associated with the mingei (folk art) movement. Watanabe uses kozo paper (from mulberry tree) and momigami (kneaded paper). The momigami paper was crumpled by hand, squeezed and wrinkled to give a rough quality to the prints. The katazome method uses traditional organic and mineral pigments in a medium of soybean milk. The protein in the milk bound the colors to the paper's surface. The use of natural materials is one of the characteristics of mingei (folk art). The Vatican Museum, the British Museum, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the National Museum of Modern Art in Tokyo and many other leading museums in the world had exhibited Watanabe's works. During President Lyndon Johnson's administration, Watanabe's prints were hung in the White House. Artist: Sadao Watanabe Title: Untitled Medium: Washi Stencil Print Circa/Year: 1972 Signature Type: Pencil Signature Location: Lower Right Site Measurement: 13.25" x 9" Sheet Keywords: Asian Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1043

            Bradford's
          • WATANABE SADAO
            Jul. 28, 2023

            WATANABE SADAO

            Est: $200 - $300

            Watanabe Sadao print "The Listening" number 330 of 510 from "The Modern Japanese Print" by James Michener -which is included

            New Hampshire Auctions and Appraisals LLC
          • Sadao Watanabe 1913-1996 Japanese Rooster Woodcut
            Jul. 26, 2023

            Sadao Watanabe 1913-1996 Japanese Rooster Woodcut

            Est: $100 - $1,000

            A near-vintage Japanese woodcut print by printmaker Sadao Watanabe (1913-1996). An abstract wildlife work depicting a rooster bird, segmented and colored in red, white and blue. Dated 1977 and signed SADAO WATANABE with chop mark in orange. Unframed. In a cellophane and paper folder. Work Size: 9.5 x 7.5 in. Dimensions: 17 X 13.5 X .1 in. Condition: Good overall condition having storage wear to edges and corners. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery offers in-house ground contiguous USA domestic shipping, excluding New Mexico, for $45 plus insurance. Gallery will refer third party shippers for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.

            Hill Auction Gallery
          • SADAO WATANABE "LOCUSTS" WOODCUT PRINT
            Jul. 16, 2023

            SADAO WATANABE "LOCUSTS" WOODCUT PRINT

            Est: -

            Sadao Watanabe (1913 - 1996) "Locusts" Woodcut Print. Sadao Watanabe born and raised in Tokyo, was a Japanese printmaker in the 20th Century. He was famous for his Biblical prints rendered in the mingei (folk art) tradition of Japan. As a student of the master textile dye artist Serizawa Keisuke (1895-1984), Watanabe was associated with the mingei (folk art) movement. Watanabe uses kozo paper (from mulberry tree) and momigami (kneaded paper). The momigami paper was crumpled by hand, squeezed and wrinkled to give a rough quality to the prints. The katazome method uses traditional organic and mineral pigments in a medium of soybean milk. The protein in the milk bound the colors to the paper's surface. The use of natural materials is one of the characteristics of mingei (folk art). The Vatican Museum, the British Museum, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the National Museum of Modern Art in Tokyo and many other leading museums in the world had exhibited Watanabe's works. During President Lyndon Johnson's administration, Watanabe's prints were hung in the White House. Artist: Sadao Watanabe Title: "Locusts" Medium: Woodcut Print Circa/Year: 1965 Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Lower Right Edition: Ed. of 50 Site Measurement: 26.5" x 22.75" Sheet Keywords: Asian Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1595

            Bradford's
          • (2pc) SADAO WATANABE (Japanese, 1913-1996)
            Jul. 16, 2023

            (2pc) SADAO WATANABE (Japanese, 1913-1996)

            Est: $150 - $300

            Biblical themes Stencil prints on rice paper With hand coloring, each pencil signed with red seal stamp lower right and dated lower left (1971 & 1973), framed as one h. 13-1/4 w. 8-3/4 in. (ea. sheet) overall: 18-1/2 x 24-3/4 in. (frame) [In Situ Item] This Item will not be on display in our saleroom during our preview period. If you wish to view it in-person please make a request with the gallery.

            Butterscotch Auction Gallery LLC
          • Sadao Watanabe (Japanese 1913-1996), Presentation of Gifts, Woodcut Print?, 1958, Numbered 4/50, Unframed: 24 x 27 1/4 in. (61 x 69.2 cm.)
            Jul. 11, 2023

            Sadao Watanabe (Japanese 1913-1996), Presentation of Gifts, Woodcut Print?, 1958, Numbered 4/50, Unframed: 24 x 27 1/4 in. (61 x 69.2 cm.)

            Est: $200 - $400

            Sadao Watanabe (Japanese 1913-1996), Presentation of Gifts, Woodcut Print?, 1958, Numbered 4/50,

            Weschler's
          • SADAO WATANABE (Japan, 1913-1996) Lithograph
            Jun. 30, 2023

            SADAO WATANABE (Japan, 1913-1996) Lithograph

            Est: $200 - $400

            SADAO WATANABE Japan, 1913-1996. "Borrowing a Donkey" Signed Sadio Watanbe, dated 1965, numbered 11/50, titled "Borrowing a Donkey" on verso. 58" x 66" EF/B15/SH:11B JM

            Joshua Kodner
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