The Fuji Arts Clearance is Unique in the Market

Thousands of prints sell every year in the Fuji Arts clearance. Savvy shoppers enjoy buying both originals and old reprints at just $29.99. And who wouldn't? It's fun to shop, the cost is low, and before you know it, exciting new prints show up at your doorstep.

If you're new to Fuji Arts clearance, here is the best tip we can give you: Check often, because the best prints move lightning fast!

Japanese Advertising Prints - Known as hikifuda, advertising handbills or circulars became popular in Japan beginning in the Edo era. Colorful, decorative designs with were typically printed with large blank areas for the merchant to add his store name and other information. While some featured specific products, most depicted beauties or Japan's famous Seven Lucky Gods and other auspicious imagery. Posters called ebira were pasted up at crossroads or in other busy locations. Ebira were also distributed to announce shop openings or as New Year's greetings. The prints in this group appear to be an early form of automated color print, perhaps silk screen or lithograph. An intriguing area of Japanese prints, hikufuda are fun and unusual items to collect.

Special detail - Lacquer on the black kimono.

Artist - Meiji era artist (unsigned)

Image Size - 9" x 13 1/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with nice color and detail as shown. A couple tears at edge, repaired. Horizontal and vertical folds, wrinkling throughout. Please see photos for details.

What can I find on clearance?

- Prints that have moved through our auctions and are ready to go below cost.
- Prints that are overstocked.
- Prints with condition issues.

Prints are identified as original or reprint, and artist information is offered when known. We include excellent photos of each print, as well as a brief condition report.

While you're shopping, keep in mind that some condition issues could simply be framed out, some could be easily repaired, and others just allow you to enjoy owning a 19th century original at a bargain price. Of course, many prints are in excellent condition, just needing to be cleared out.

So, check out all the clearance offers and find prints that suit your taste.
Enjoy the Clearance treasure hunt!