Japanese Woodblock Prints Auction on Mar 18, 2026 by Chairish Auctions in NY
Utagawa HIROSHIGE I (1797-1858): Inside Akiba Shrine, UkejiUtagawa TOYOKUNI II (1777-1835): Miho, Yoshiwara(attr. to) Ogata GEKKO (1859-1920): Petals (surimono-style print)
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Japanese Woodblock Prints

With this array of Japanese woodblock prints, discover why Japanese printmakers impacted the development of modern art. Featuring names such as Tokuriki, Masao Ebina, Utagawa School, and more, this sale reveals nuanced techniques and traditional Japanese values. Whether capturing the serenity of a temple or a moonlit ocean, these images exemplify both fine art and elegant decoration.
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Anonymous - 2 prints: Couples: Artist: Anonymous - 2 printsTitle:CouplesSeries:From a series of shunga printsDate:c. 1830s-50sMedium:woodblock printSize/Format:koban (c. 3.5" x 5")Condition:Good Reserve: $260.00
0002: Anonymous - 2 prints: CouplesEst. $300-$350$130
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WATANABE, Sadao (1913-1996): The Women of Canaan: Artist: WATANABE, Sadao (1913-1996)Title:The Women of CanaanSeries:A large-sized, limited edition work, numbered: #19/60Publisher:(self-published)Date:1962Medium:Stencil print, - printed on heavy,
0004: WATANABE, Sadao (1913-1996): The Women of CanaanEst. $1,500-$2,000$600
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KUNIYOSHI, Utagawa (1797-1861): The province of Shima: Artist: KUNIYOSHI, Utagawa (1797-1861)Title:The province of ShimaSeries:Views of the Sixty-odd Provinces of Greater JapanDate:c. 1845Medium:Preparatory brush drawing for a woodblock print; black ink
0005: KUNIYOSHI, Utagawa (1797-1861): The province of ShimaEst. $450-$550$190
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UTAMARO, Kitagawa (1750-1806): Woman reading: Artist: UTAMARO, Kitagawa (1750-1806)Title:Woman readingDate:c. 1790s (the original edition; this impression made from recut blocks in the 20th century)Medium:woodblock printSize/Format:oban (c. 15"
0007: UTAMARO, Kitagawa (1750-1806): Woman readingEst. $350-$400$140
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Sadao Watanabe (1913 - 1996): Issac's Well: Artist/Title:Sadao Watanabe (1913 - 1996): Issac's WellDate:1972Medium:Stencil PrintSize:The print image measures 6 1/4 X 7 1/4 inches plus marginsCondition:The previously framed print is in
0008: Sadao Watanabe (1913 - 1996): Issac's WellEst. $200-$250$85
KUNIYOSHI, Utagawa (1797-1861): Quarreling Couple: Artist: KUNIYOSHI, Utagawa (1797-1861)Title:Quarreling CoupleSeries:From a group of Kuniyoshi drawings collected at the artist's school, serving as study material for the master's students (Ref.Lit.:
0009: KUNIYOSHI, Utagawa (1797-1861): Quarreling CoupleEst. $8,000-$10,000$3,200
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Shizuo Nishizawa (1912 - 1997): Wakamurasaki: Artist/Title:Shizuo Nishizawa (1912 - 1997): WakamurasakiDate:Ca. 80'sMedium:IntaglioEdition:Limited Edition #13/40Size:The print image measures 16 X 20 1/4 inches plus marginsCondition:The Print is
0010: Shizuo Nishizawa (1912 - 1997): WakamurasakiEst. $150-$200$60
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HIROSHIGE III, Utagawa (1842-1894): Eitai Bridge: Artist: HIROSHIGE III, Utagawa (1842-1894)Title:Eitai BridgeSeries:from: Famous Places of Tokyo Suburban DistrictsPublisher:Tsujioka-ya KamekichiDate:1875Medium:woodblock printSize/Format:ôban
0011: HIROSHIGE III, Utagawa (1842-1894): Eitai BridgeEst. $1,000-$1,200$420
Kiyoharu Sone (B. - 1930): Figure: Artist/Title:Kiyoharu Sone (B. - 1930): FigureDate:1979Medium:Woodblock PrintEdition:Limited Edition #22/40Size:The print image measures 9 X 14 1/4 plus marginsCondition:The print is in excellent,
0012: Kiyoharu Sone (B. - 1930): FigureEst. $90-$110$35
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Utagawa HIROSHIGE (1797-1858): Station no. #10: Odawara: Artist: Utagawa HIROSHIGE (1797-1858)Title:Station no. #10: OdawaraSeries:The Fifty-three Famous Views of the TôkaidôPublisher:Tsuta-ya KichizoDate:07/1855 (this, original edition)Medium:woodblock
0013: Utagawa HIROSHIGE (1797-1858): Station no. #10: OdawaraEst. $1,000-$1,200$400
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MORI, Yoshitoshi ( 1898-1993): Barrel Makers: Artist: MORI, Yoshitoshi ( 1898-1993)Title:Barrel MakersSeries:A large-sized, limited edition work, numbered: #36/70Publisher:(self-published)Date:1989Medium:Woodblock printSize/Format:c. 18" x
0015: MORI, Yoshitoshi ( 1898-1993): Barrel MakersEst. $1,100-$1,500$440
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Toshi Yoshida (1911 - 1995):Dance Of Love: ARTIST/TITLE:Toshi Yoshida (1911 - 1995):Dance Of LoveDate:Medium:Woodblock PrintCondition:The print is in excellent, never framed condition. It has a stamped signature and artist seal. It is stamped
0016: Toshi Yoshida (1911 - 1995):Dance Of LoveEst. $450-$550$180
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UTAMARO, Kitagawa (1750-1806): Bijin with mirror: Artist: UTAMARO, Kitagawa (1750-1806)Title:Bijin with mirrorDate:1790s (the original edition; this impression made from recut blocks in the 20th century)Medium:Woodblock printSize/Format:oban tate-e
0017: UTAMARO, Kitagawa (1750-1806): Bijin with mirrorEst. $350-$400$140
Anonymous - 2 prints: Couples: Artist: Anonymous - 2 printsTitle:CouplesSeries:From a series of shunga printsDate:c. 1830s-50sMedium:woodblock printSize/Format:koban (c. 3.5" x 5")Condition:Good Reserve: $260.00
0019: Anonymous - 2 prints: CouplesEst. $300-$350$130
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Sadao Watanabe (1913 - 1996): Nativity: ARTIST/TITLE: Sadao Watanabe (1913 - 1996): NativityMedium:Stencil PrintSize:The print image measures 5 1/4 X 7 1/2 inches plus marginsConditon:The print is in excellent, never framed condition. It
0020: Sadao Watanabe (1913 - 1996): NativityEst. $200-$250$90
Ray Morimura (B. - 1948): Moon And Garden: ARTIST/TITLE:Ray Morimura (B. - 1948): Moon And GardenDate:2010Medium:Woodblock PrintEdition:Limited Edition #32/70Condition:The print is in excellent, never framed condition. It is signed and sealed
0021: Ray Morimura (B. - 1948): Moon And GardenEst. $800-$1,000$320
SHINSAI, Ryuryukyo: Drum, cap and flowers: Artist: SHINSAI, RyuryukyoTitle:Drum, cap and flowersSeries:from: The Tale of Genji for the Taikogawa poetry circlePublisher:Isakichi Tsumura, from the town of AkashiDate:1891Medium:woodblock
0023: SHINSAI, Ryuryukyo: Drum, cap and flowersEst. $600-$700$260