Original Hand Drawing by Kitagawa Utamaro

Artist: Kitagawa Utamaro (1753-1806)

Woodblock Prints Title: Original Hand Drawing

1st Publication: 1790's or earlier

Size: 6-1/4 x 8-1/4

Date of this edition: 1790's or earlier

Condition: Countless pin holes, wormholes and repaired ones. Toned. Fair to poor overall condition

Notes: This is a very unique hand drawing signed Utamaro. The larger parts are made with a brush, the details are drawn with feather pen and ink. This drawing is unique, so is the theme, and unpublished as far as we know. It was found in an album of hand made drawings owned by Toyota Hokkei.

Pictures: Pictures are taken outdoor, in the shade, to reflect true colors, without any enhancements of any kind. The last picture is taken indoor, with a light behind the print, to reveal the exact paper grain, holes if any, or other possible flaws.