Original 1853 Kunisada Woodblock Triptych The Gambler

$620.00

A rare 1853 Oban size Original Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III) the Gambler.  Imagine the Nakamura Theatre in 1853 as audiences gathered to witness the magnetic performance, that inspired this print.   The Seal identifies that it was printed in March, KAEI 6th year 1853.  Titled “Gambler” this woodblock print draws inspiration from the famous Kabuki play “Hachiman matsuri Yomiya no Nigiwai” – a gambler of fate and destiny. The Gambler offers a glimpse into the artist’s masterful technique and transports you to a pivotal moment in history.  A commemorative portrait that echoes a bygone era featuring Actor Kawarazaki Gonjuro 1st as IZUYA Yosaburo also known as KIRARE no Yosaburo (Gambler).

Intricately rendered with meticulous attention to detail, the woodblock print exudes a sense of timelessness. Its excellent condition speaks to the care it has received over the years, preserving the vibrancy of colours and the crispness of lines that Kunisada intended.  As a testament to its authenticity and age, minor dirt smudges grace its surface, service as whispers of history itself.

This woodblock print offers a portal to the past, a chance to revel in the artistry of an era long gone, yet ever present.

The convervence of artistic brilliance, historical signifance, and exquisite preservation make “The Gambler” a rare treasure. It is a tangible connection to a time of creativity and cultural richness.

The approximate print dimensions are Height 36.2 cm and Width 25.5 cm Width.

Shipping is via Australia Post and includes tracking and signature on delivery.  Please contact us if you would like a quotation for insurance with shipping.

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Original 1853 Kunisada Woodblock Triptych The Gambler

A rare 1853 Oban size Original Woodblock Print by Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III) the Gambler.  Imagine the Nakamura Theatre in 1853 as audiences gathered to witness the magnetic performance, that inspired this print.   The Seal identifies that it was printed in March, KAEI 6th year 1853.  Titled “Gambler” this woodblock print draws inspiration from the famous Kabuki play “Hachiman matsuri Yomiya no Nigiwai” – a gambler of fate and destiny. The Gambler offers a glimpse into the artist’s masterful technique and transports you to a pivotal moment in history.  A commemorative portrait that echoes a bygone era featuring Actor Kawarazaki Gonjuro 1st as IZUYA Yosaburo also known as KIRARE no Yosaburo (Gambler).

Intricately rendered with meticulous attention to detail, the woodblock print exudes a sense of timelessness. Its excellent condition speaks to the care it has received over the years, preserving the vibrancy of colours and the crispness of lines that Kunisada intended.  As a testament to its authenticity and age, minor dirt smudges grace its surface, service as whispers of history itself.

This woodblock print offers a portal to the past, a chance to revel in the artistry of an era long gone, yet ever present.

The convervence of artistic brilliance, historical signifance, and exquisite preservation make “The Gambler” a rare treasure. It is a tangible connection to a time of creativity and cultural richness.

The approximate print dimensions are Height 36.2 cm and Width 25.5 cm Width.

Shipping is via Australia Post and includes tracking and signature on delivery.  Please contact us if you would like a quotation for insurance with shipping.

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Artist

Toyokuni I and III, Utagawa Kunisada I