Lot Essay
For another impression see Shibui Kiyoshi, Utamaro, vol. 13 of Ukiyo-e zuten (Tokyo: Kazama Shobo, 1964), p. 25.
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Fireworks at Ryogoku Bridge
Details
Kitagawa Utamaro (1754-1806)
Fireworks at Ryogoku Bridge
Triptych, signed Utamaro hitsu, published by Yamaguchiya Tobei--good impressions, slightly faded, some moisture stains, slight soiling and rubbing toward edges, a few minor worm holes restored, lightly backed
oban tate-e: 38.4 x 25.3cm. each approx. (3)
Fireworks at Ryogoku Bridge
Triptych, signed Utamaro hitsu, published by Yamaguchiya Tobei--good impressions, slightly faded, some moisture stains, slight soiling and rubbing toward edges, a few minor worm holes restored, lightly backed
oban tate-e: 38.4 x 25.3cm. each approx. (3)