Utagawa Toyokuni
Enjoying cherry blossoms in full bloom | Edo period, early 19th century
Utagawa Toyokuni's 'Enjoying cherry blossoms in full bloom' from the early 19th century Edo period captures a quintessential moment in Japanese seasonal celebration. The woodblock print exemplifies the ukiyo-e tradition of depicting contemporary leisure and natural beauty.
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- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
Japanese Woodblock Prints
March 16, 2023
Estimate: $2,000 – $3,000
Lot 9
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