Floating World Auctions
Floating World Auctions is a leading auction house specializing in Japanese woodblock prints and paintings, offering exceptional works of all periods and genres, including ukiyo-e, shin hanga, sosaku hanga and contemporary works. We purchase artwork outright and accept consignments.
Owners Bill and Roberta Stein have over 70 years of combined experience in the trade.
Upcoming Auctions from Floating World Auctions
Japanese Woodblock Print Masterpieces
Join us on Friday March 13 for our Grand Auction of Japanese Woodblock Print Masterpieces. Some notable works include The Great Wave by Hokusai and many other designs from his 36 Views of Fuji, Waterfalls, Bridges and Nurse series. Also offered are top designs by Hiroshige, including Ohashi and Shono. Harunobu and Utamaro designs in fine condition. Many Hasui prints, all first states, including pre-earthquake and pre-war designs. Important Meiji watercolors by Hiroshi Yoshida, Nakagawa and others.Bidder Reviews for Floating World Auctions (248)
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CHRISTIANParis, FR
Oct 30, 2025
Trustfully Seller and shipping to Europe Paris perfect Global Group
Always satisfied with this Gallerie I consider as a Top one. Items. packaging, shipping. excellent communication Ideal transaction.
Fred ChongBrooklyn, NY
Oct 30, 2025
Floating World sets the standard for galleries
They take care at every step, from what they curate, how they care for their acquisitions, and accuracy about provenance and condition. In addition, they handle ‘ small ’ details well. They understand how to pack items with care-they know how to pack items securely, and how to make sure that the package is also easy to open-and how to ensure the artwork is well protected. This particular piece was a lucky find, and I hope to be one of their patrons for decades to come.
LindaDana Point, CA
Aug 14, 2025
Another perfect experience
I have bid and purchased with Floating World many times and have been impressed with their efficiency and swift shipping. Always a great experience. Linda C.
fj Oneonta, AL
Aug 14, 2025
easy and accurate
Well done. Everything was a breeze. Item shipped promptly and well packaged. Great Experience
NageswariCincinnati, OH
Aug 02, 2025
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