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Kyosai Kawanabe, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ronin, Faithful Samurai
By Kawanabe Kyosai
Located in London, GB
the last virtuoso in traditional Japanese painting”. Inspired by his teacher's great series of 1847
Category
Late 19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Hiroshige Ando, Tokaido, Landscape, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Boats
By Utagawa Hiroshige (Ando Hiroshige)
Located in London, GB
Artist: Hiroshige Ando (1797-1858)
Title: 19. Ejiri: Tago Bay and Miho no Matsubara
Series: The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido Road
Date: 1855
Publisher: Tsutaya Kichizo
Conditi...
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Landscape Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Yoshitoshi, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Monk, Prayer, Spirits, Waterfall
By Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Located in London, GB
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This print shows the monk Mongaku Shonin in repentance beneath a waterfall. The scene is based on the
Category
Late 19th Century Other Art Style Portrait Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Koson Ohara, Shin-Hanga, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Roaring Tiger
By Ohara Koson
Located in London, GB
in Japanese scroll and screen painting, woodblock prints depicting tigers are but few within Koson's
Category
Early 20th Century Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Yoshitoshi Tsukioka, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Koi Fish, Fairy Tale
By Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Located in London, GB
Condition report: Trimmed. Smudge of a pigment on the cartouche and bottom of the print.
Kintarō, often
Category
Late 19th Century Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Hiroshige II, Landscape, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Cherry Blossoms, Edo
By Utagawa Hiroshige II
Located in London, GB
relaxation of Japan's strict closed door policy. Various artists have explored the intermingling of
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Landscape Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Woodcut
Hiroshige Ando, Ukiyo-e, Landscape, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Shrine
By Utagawa Hiroshige (Ando Hiroshige)
Located in London, GB
day Tokyo) was relatively new. Japan's history was arguably dominated by Kyoto, which was considered
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Landscape Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Shinsui, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Shin Hanga, Beauty, Plum Blossom
By Ito Shinsui
Located in London, GB
cursiveness of Japanese ink painting. With her eyes fixedly locked before her, along with the uprightness of
Category
Early 20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Yoshitoshi, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Moon, Samurai, River, Ukiyo-e
By Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Located in London, GB
antlers and a crescent moon ornament, his totem and amulet. The armour has been printed with a jet black
Category
Late 19th Century Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Goyo Hashiguchi, Mirror, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Beauty, Shin Hanga
By Hashiguchi Goyo
Located in London, GB
peachy coloured pigment of her lips and shadows. The incorporation of shading in the woodblock print
Category
Early 20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Toyonobu Utagawa, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Samurai, Battle, Meiji Art
By Toyonobu Utagawa
Located in London, GB
: (L) 23.7 x 35.7 (R) 23.8 x 35.7 cm
Condition: Pinholes. Some red pigment on right print.
Toyonobu
Category
Late 19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Kuniyoshi, Samurai, Battle, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Horse
By Utagawa Kuniyoshi
Located in London, GB
, minor stains, holes and pinholes.
This print shows the battle between the Minamoto and Taira families
Category
1850s Edo Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Hiroshige I Ando, Shirasuka, Landscape, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Edo
By Utagawa Hiroshige (Ando Hiroshige)
Located in London, GB
front of them. Shirasuka is located in Shizuoka Prefecture of modern Japan. During the Edo period, it
Category
Early 19th Century Edo Portrait Prints
Materials
Sumi Ink, Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Chikanobu, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Meiji, Elephant, Tokyo
By Yoshu Chikanobu
Located in London, GB
Artist: Chikanobu Yoshu (1838-1912)
Title: June - Sannō Festival
Series: Customs of Edo Throughout Twelve Months
Publisher: Yokoyama Ryohachi
Date: 1889
Dimensions: (L) 24.7 x 35.5 ...
Category
Late 19th Century Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Chikanobu, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Meiji, Kabuki, Samurai
By Yoshu Chikanobu
Located in London, GB
Artist: Chikanobu Yoshu (1838-1912)
Title: The Battle of Sekigahara
Publisher: Yorozuya Magobei
Date: 1881
Dimensions: (L) 24.5 x 35.5 (C) 24.1 x 35.2 (R) 24.7 x 35.6 cm
Condition: W...
Category
Late 19th Century Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Yoshitora, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Samurai, Warrior, Ukiyo-e, Horse
By Utagawa Yoshitora
Located in London, GB
attack. Their equal strength is reflective of the Tiger and Dragon symbology often depicted in Japanese
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Yoshitoshi, Suikoden, Lin Chong, Lu Qian, Original Japanese Woodblock Print
By Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Located in London, GB
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This print shows Lin Chong, a fictional character from 'Suikoden' (Water Margin), a 14th century
Category
Late 19th Century Other Art Style Portrait Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Kyosai Kawanabe, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Samurai, True Loyalty, Meiji
By Kawanabe Kyosai
Located in London, GB
traditional Japanese painting”. Inspired by his teacher's great series of 1847, 'Stories of True Loyalty of
Category
Late 19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Zeshin Shibata, Travellers, Wind, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e
By Zeshin Shibata
Located in London, GB
flowers, insects, waterfalls and dragons.
In this print, three travelers are taken by surprise by a
Category
Late 19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Yoshikazu Utagawa, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Demons of Oeyama, Samurai
By Yoshikazu Utagawa
Located in London, GB
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This print depicts the moment when Shuten-doji is about to drink the saké that will bring his downfall
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Goyo Hashiguchi, Shin Hanga, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Beauty, Bath
By Hashiguchi Goyo
Located in London, GB
itself, belies Goyo's eloquent amalgamation of Japanese and Western art forms. The silver mica background
Category
Early 20th Century Showa Portrait Prints
Materials
Ink, Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Mica, Woodcut
Ito Shinsui, Shin Hanga, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Beauty, Traditional
By Ito Shinsui
Located in London, GB
Beauties
Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo
Date: 1936
Dimensions: 28.5 x 43.7 cm
Condition: Test print
Category
Early 20th Century Other Art Style Portrait Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut, Mica
Goyo Hashiguchi, Shin Hanga, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Beauty, Kimono
By Hashiguchi Goyo
Located in London, GB
strong flowing outlines of the draped robe hark back to the woodblock prints of Utamaro Kikugawa (1753
Category
Early 20th Century Other Art Style Portrait Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Mica, Woodcut
Kunisada III, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Meiji, Horse, Samurai
By Utagawa Kunisada III
Located in London, GB
Western arts in Meiji period Japan (1868-1912), seemingly pushed woodblock print artists to explore more
Category
Late 19th Century Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Ando Hiroshige, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Cherry Blossoms, Edo
By Utagawa Hiroshige (Ando Hiroshige)
Located in London, GB
Père Tanguy (1887). When Japanese woodblock prints began to circulate around Europe in the late
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Landscape Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Hiroshige II, Snow Scene, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Landscape
By Utagawa Hiroshige II
Located in London, GB
: 25.2 x 37.2 cm
Condition: Stamp on back of print. Minor stain centre right.
As night approaches, a
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Landscape Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Eizan Kikugawa, Beauty and a Doll, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Kimono
By Kikugawa Eizan
Located in London, GB
19th century mostly depict beautiful women (bijinga) or actor prints (yakusha-e).
In this print, a
Category
19th Century Edo Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Keisai Eisen, Landscape, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Edo, Sunset
By Keisai Eisen
Located in London, GB
pigment on centre left.
Unique to Eisen's oeuvre and often overlooked for his beauty prints, landscapes
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Utamaro, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, 18th Century, Beauty, 47 Rōnin, Edo
By Kitagawa Utamaro 1
Located in London, GB
, a flower strongly associated with the rainy season in Japan.
Category
Late 18th Century Edo Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Toraji Ishikawa, Female Nude, After a Bath, Original Japanese Woodblock Print
By Ishikawa Toraji
Located in London, GB
Japanese fashion. Trained in the yōga (Western pictures) style, Ishikawa could branch both artistic
Category
Early 20th Century Other Art Style Nude Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Kiyonaga Torii, Beauty, Kimono, Ukiyo-e, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Edo
By Torii Kiyonaga
Located in London, GB
leading up to his resignation as a print artist. 'Washday' is an example of Kiyonaga's high period work
Category
Late 18th Century Edo Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Hiroshige, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Tokaido, Ukiyo-e, 19th Century Art
By Utagawa Hiroshige (Ando Hiroshige)
Located in London, GB
colour is the word 'aoi', used interchangeably to refer to both green and blue in the Japanese language
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Landscape Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Bird and Flower, Ducks, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Early 20th Century
By Matsumura Keibun
Located in London, GB
Artist: Design after Matsumura Keibun (1779–1843)
Title: Three Ducks by a Riverbank
Date: Early 20th century
Size: 18.6 x 34.9 cm
Condition: Small area by top side browned slightly....
Category
Early 20th Century Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Eizan, Ukiyo-e, Early 19th Century, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Beauty
By Kikugawa Eizan
Located in London, GB
rainy season in Japan, inducing the feeling of languor and calm portrayed in the scene.
Category
Early 19th Century Edo Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Hiroshige II, Toyokuni III, Snow, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Genji, Blue
By Utagawa Hiroshige II
Located in London, GB
the original plot. The two artists, Hiroshige II and Toyokuni III, greatly renowned in their
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Toyokuni III, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Tokaido, Ukiyo-e, Kabuki, Edo
By Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III)
Located in London, GB
travellers from both land and sea who wished to pass through to the capital or visit Ise Shrine, Japan's most
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Portrait Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Hiroshige II, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Floating World Art, Sakura, Edo
By Utagawa Hiroshige II
Located in London, GB
. Through his actions of unifying a nation that was fundamentally divided, he was regarded as Japan's very
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Landscape Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Yoshitora Utagawa, Heike, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Edo Period
By Utagawa Yoshitora
Located in London, GB
Artist: Yoshitora Utagawa (ac. 1830-1880)
Title: The Genpei War
Publisher: Sanoya Kihei
Date: c. 1846-1848
Dimensions: (L) 25.1 x 37.1 (C) 25.5 x 37.2 (R) 25.6 x 37.1 cm
Condition: ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Ito Shinsui, Beauty, Shin-Hanga, Bath, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Showa
By Ito Shinsui
Located in London, GB
Artist: Ito Shinsui (1898-1972)
Title: After Bathing
Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo
Date: 1930
Edition: 66/250
Dimensions: 17 x 42.7 cm
Condition: Some adhesive residue and strip of...
Category
Early 20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Hiroshige, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Dog, Rainbow, Ukiyo-e, Edo, Boats
By Utagawa Hiroshige (Ando Hiroshige)
Located in London, GB
, permitting the viewer to see their city anew and bringing nature to the fore. The original vantage point is
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Landscape Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Utagawa Kuniyoshi, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Samurai, Rain, Ukiyo-e, Edo
By Utagawa Kuniyoshi
Located in London, GB
Artist: Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1797-1861)
Title: 24. Shionada - Torii Matasuke
Series: Sixty-nine Stations of Kisokaido Road (Kisokaido Rokuju-kyu Tsugi no Uchi)
Publisher: Minatoya Shob...
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Goyo Hashiguchi, Shin Hanga Snow Scene, Kyoto, Original Japanese Woodblock Print
By Hashiguchi Goyo
Located in London, GB
Artist: Goyo Hashiguchi (1880-1921)
Title: Sanjo Bridge in Kyoto
Publisher: Self published
Date: 1920
Dimensions: 48.5 x 30.5 cm
Condition: Small tear on upper margin. Some restore...
Category
Early 20th Century Other Art Style Landscape Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Ando Hiroshige I, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e, Mt. Fuji, Edo
By Utagawa Hiroshige (Ando Hiroshige)
Located in London, GB
blooms on the distant hills surrounding the fishing town with Mount Fuji in the background. This print
Category
Mid-19th Century Edo Figurative Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Vintage Japanese Woodblock Print, circa 1950-1980
Located in By Appointment Only, CA
An original Japanese woodblock print, probably from the 1950s-1980s, the signatures are
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Prints
Materials
Paper
Ito Shinsui, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Shin Hanga, Moon, Beauty Ukiyo-e
By Ito Shinsui
Located in London, GB
Artist: Ito Shinsui (1898-1972)
Title: Hazy Moon on a Spring Night
Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo
Date: 1931
Edition: Specially selected [sealed tokubetsu-sen]
Dimensions: 27.7 x 43....
Category
Early 20th Century Other Art Style Portrait Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut
Kawase Hasui, Castle, Shin Hanga, Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Blue, Water
By Kawase Hasui
Located in London, GB
surroundings. An entrance to the imperial palace in Tokyo, Kikyo-mon is one of the original gates to what had
Category
Early 20th Century Showa Landscape Prints
Materials
Handmade Paper, Mulberry Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment
Original Embroided Print By K. Sugiura 37/50
Located in Bedford, NY
ORIGINAL EMBROIDED PRINT BY K. SUGIURA, CAMELLIA, NO.8, 37/50- 1994 BIRDS ON BRANCH- AUTHORITY 1
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Late 20th Century Japanese Prints
Materials
Wood
Beautiful Japanese Geisha Girl with Teapot, Original Lithograph
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a beautiful antique print of a Japanese geisha girl in traditional dress. The colors have
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Prints
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
Pair of Original Wood Block Prints by Kiyoshi Saito
By Kiyoshi Saitō
Located in Houston, TX
This charming pair of wood block prints by Kiyoshi Saito (1907-1992) presents very well and is
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Prints
Original Vintage Japanese Travel Poster Hotel Rakuyo Kyoto Station Japan Asia
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster advertising Hotel Rakuyo In front of Kyoto Station featuring an
Category
1950s More Prints
Materials
Paper
"Joan Miro Exhibition - Japan 1966" Abstract Surrealist Original Vintage Poster
By Joan Miró
Located in Boston, MA
A unique and stunning poster by Miro for his exhibition at the Japanese National Museum in Japan in
Category
1960s Surrealist Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
Original Salvador Dali Exhibit Poster for Exhibit in Japan
By Salvador Dalí
Located in New York, NY
Rare original Salvador Dali Exhibition Poster for an exhibit in Japan of original paintings with
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Original Vintage WWII Propaganda Poster Smash Japanese Aggression Malacca Strait
Located in London, GB
Original vintage World War Two propaganda poster - A British submarine torpedoed two large Japanese
Category
1940s More Prints
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Poster Lafcadio Hearn Japan Yakumo Koizumi Birth Centenary
Located in London, GB
Original vintage poster advertising the Birth Centenary Commemoration of Lafcadio Hearn / Yakumo
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1950s More Prints
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Asia Travel Poster Gozaisho Ropeway Japan Yokkaichi Yunoyama
Located in London, GB
Original vintage Asia travel poster for the Gozaisho Ropeway 御在所ロープウェイ in Japan featuring people in
Category
1950s More Prints
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Advertising Poster Hongo Village Tachisawa Kanakaya Store Japan
Located in London, GB
Original vintage advertising poster for the Hongo Village Tachisawa Kanakaya store featuring an
Category
1950s More Prints
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Advertising Poster Artifacts Exhibition Otsu Shiga Japan Design
Located in London, GB
Original vintage poster advertising the Eighth Local Artefacts Exhibition in Otsu City (Shiga
Category
1940s More Prints
Materials
Paper
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On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate japanese print original for your needs in our varied inventory. There are many Modern, Post-Impressionist and Art Deco versions of these works for sale. Making the right choice when shopping for a japanese print original may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a japanese print original to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of gray, beige, white, brown and more. Finding an appealing japanese print original — no matter the origin — is easy, but George Ferdinand Bigot, Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III), Ruth Thomas, Utagawa Hiroshige (Ando Hiroshige) and Leonard Tsuguharu Foujita each produced popular versions that are worth a look. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in lithograph, paper and woodcut print.
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The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a japanese print original in our inventory may begin at $247 and can go as high as $18,424, while the average can fetch as much as $979.
Questions About Japanese Print Original
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024To tell if a print is an original, examine the details closely. Typically, original prints feature high-quality textured paper rather than smooth poster-type paper. In addition, original prints will usually feature the artist's signature and a number in pencil or pen. If the signature is printed on it, the print is less likely to be original. When in doubt, a knowledgeable art dealer or experienced appraiser can assist you with identifying original prints. Shop a large collection of prints on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Japanese woodblock prints, which date back to the 8th century and are also known as ukiyo-e, are a traditional art form originally produced only in Buddhist monasteries to produce religious texts and images. In the 17th century, private studios began opening as woodblock prints became popular. To make a woodblock print, the artist creates a design on paper, and a wood carver places it on the block and carves the design. Each color requires its own woodblock, which are then covered with watercolors and printed on rice paper. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Japanese woodblock prints from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To tell a print from an original painting, study its surface carefully. On a painting, you will likely notice variations in texture and see visible brushstrokes. Prints are more likely to appear smooth due to the printing process. However, some prints may be enhanced with hand-applied brushwork after the production process, which may make it more difficult to tell a painting from a print. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer. Explore a wide range of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024How prints are made from original paintings varies. For centuries, the primary methods were traditional printmaking techniques such as engraving, etching, aquatint, drypoint and woodcut. Today, many artists use digital technology, scanning and photographing paintings and then using the files to produce giclée prints using large, specialized inkjet printers. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of art prints.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell an original Banksy print, focus on the Pest Control Certificate of Authenticity, which will accompany nearly all genuine prints by the street artist. Pest Control is the association responsible for selling and authenticating Banksy's work and is a big part of why he has remained anonymous over the years. In 2020, Pest Control updated its Certificate of Authenticity design, but you can find images of both the current and earlier certificates online to compare to yours. One of the most striking elements of both designs is a halved British 10-pound note affixed to its surface. During an authentication, Pest Control retains the other half and can match the bill fragment to the certificate. You can also pay a fee to have Pest Control perform an authentication for you. Refer to the official Pest Control website for more information. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Banksy art.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024A print of an original painting is usually called a reproduction or reproduction print. Today, many reproduction prints are giclée prints. To produce a giclée print, a printmaker first scans a painting, drawing or other work of art. Then, they use a high-quality inkjet printer to transfer the image onto canvas or paper. Explore a large selection of prints on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if an Audubon print is an original, research the print using trusted online resources and print catalogues available in many libraries. Learn about the watermark, plate mark, sheet dimensions, paper type, plate marks and signatures found on authentic prints from the series. Then, use this information to evaluate your print. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer authenticate your print. Find a selection of John James Audubon prints on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if a watercolor is an original or a print, look at it from the side. On an original piece, you'll notice an uneven surface due to the brushstrokes that form the watercolor. Prints will typically have smooth surfaces. You can also examine the artist's signature. If it appears to be printed on rather than hand-signed, your watercolor is likely not an original. For further assistance, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of watercolor paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, some Japanese woodblock prints are valuable. Prices vary greatly, with some selling for hundreds of dollars and others fetching selling prices of over a million at auction. Makers have a big influence on the price, with prints from masters like Hiroshige, Hokusai and Kitagawa Utamaro often having the greatest value. Other things that determine how much woodblock prints are worth include the quality of the image, the condition of the print, its age, its rarity and the demand among collectors. An expert appraiser or dealer can give you an estimate of the value of a particular print. Explore a selection of Japanese woodblock prints on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To identify Japanese woodblock prints, try using the website Ukiyo-e Search. Simply snap a photo of your print and upload it to the site, which will then compare the image to its database of thousands of prints and quickly display the results. If you have difficulty identifying your print, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer who has experience with Japanese art. Shop a large selection of Japanese woodblock prints on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell if a Maxfield Parrish print is original, consider its condition and appearance. Replicas tend to appear brand new and have a glossy, vinyl-like look. Originals are more likely to seem aged, and their colors are generally duller. Because it can be difficult to authenticate Maxfield Parrish's work independently, you may wish to use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer. Find a selection of Maxfield Parrish art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024Yes, original art prints may be worth something. However, the value of prints varies greatly based on the artist, age, image quality, historical significance, availability and overall condition. To find out how much a print that you own may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer, who can evaluate your piece based on its characteristics and history and give you an estimated fair market value for it. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of art prints.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024How much original Currier Ives prints are worth depends on their age, image quality, overall condition and other factors. In 2004, a hand-colored version of the 1866 lithograph The American National Game of Base Ball sold for $76,375. The Currier Ives company published around 7,500 lithographs in its 72 years in business. Pieces that commemorate historical events are often the most highly sought-after among collectors. If you own a Currier Ives lithograph, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can aid you with the valuation process. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Currier Ives prints.
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