From the Uchida Publisher Archives - We were fortunate to purchase a wonderful collection of 20th century prints directly from the archives of the Uchida Art Company of Kyoto. The classic 20th century prints offered in our auction from this collection are all first edition prints of various designs released by the Uchida company in the mid-20th century. These first edition prints are unusual to come by in a nice group as they were generally sold off as they were produced. This excellent collection was held back and recently sold from the Uchida archives. These prints are a nice opportunity to collect a lovely 20th century print, or perfect as reasonably priced gifts. Don't miss out on these prints, once they sell out, we won't have them again!

Comments - Wonderful kabuki portrait of the Wisteria Maiden, a beauty representing the spirit of a wisteria vine. She wears a black and yellow kimono patterned with multi-colored wisteria blossoms, tied with a soft green obi. She carries a blossoming branch over her shoulder, the delicate purple flowers trailing over her back. A charming design of this classic kabuki dance.

Artist - Sadanobu III (1881 - 1963)

Image Size - 14 5/8" x 9 1/4" + margins as shown

Condition - With excellent color and detail as shown. A hole in subject beneath signature as shown. Please see photos for details. Good overall.