Title: Utagawa Kunisada Toyokuni III 1852 Woodblock Print Book 1 of 2
Description: This is an antique book of woodblock prints by Utagawa Toyokuni. This book is dated 1852, and is a collection of mostly black and white woodblock prints. Books like this one often told folk tales or legends. This book is broken into 4 sections and seems to show the story of a battle at sea. It is mostly monochrome black and white prints, but the cover and a center page have full color. The book is still in its original string binding.
This is a very unique piece of history and rarer to find than loose woodblock prints. One could even say these are the precursor to modern comic books and manga! We also have another similar woodblock print book up for auction, be sure to see that listing as well!
Signed: Toyokuni in cartouche center bottom of front page
Circa: dated 1852
Dimensions: 7x4.5x0.25 inches
Condition: Some toning to paper, wear on edges, some insect damage to outer pages, one string loose on binding but still secure.
Shipping: 9x6x6, 8 oz.
Listed by: Amanda HFA DBJQ NI

Some toning to paper, wear on edges, some insect damage to outer pages, one string loose on binding but still secure.