Utagawa Kuniyoshi
Forty-eight woodblock prints from Stories of the True Loyalty of the Faithful Samurai (Seichu gishi den) | Edo period, 19th century
A series of forty-eight woodblock prints by Utagawa Kuniyoshi illustrating tales of loyal samurai from the famous story cycle of the Seichu gishi. This ambitious work showcases Kuniyoshi's skill in depicting dramatic warrior narratives.
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- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
Fine Japanese Prints
December 6, 2021
Estimate: $6,000 – $8,000
Lot 117
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