Naniwaya Okita

by Utamaro (1750 - 1806)

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Naniwaya Okita by Utamaro (1750 - 1806)

Utamaro (1750 - 1806) Japanese Woodblock Reprint
Naniwaya Okita

From an untitled series of rebus prints

Yuyudo Publisher - In the early 20th century, the Yuyudo publishing house had already distinguished themselves as one of the finest publishers in Japan. They adhered to the same exacting standards of 19th century publishers while some of their publishing colleagues took shortcuts. In the 1950's, as interest Edo era woodblock prints was reigniting, Yuyudo embarked upon a project to produce reprints by the great masters from the Golden Age of Ukiyo-e. They hired the finest woodblock printers and carvers in the world for this endeavor. The resulting prints were some of the highest quality reproductions ever made. We are pleased to offer this beautiful reprint from the Yuyudo publisher in our auctions today.  Yuyudo prints are exceptionally well done and very finely printed. Each bears a Yuyudo Publisher stamp on the margin or reverse. Bid now on prints from this fantastic collection!

Naniwaya Okita - Charming image of the beautiful waitress Okita of the Naniwaya Teahouse in a private moment. She stares down with a dreamy expression as she pokes at the red coals in a metal brazier, lost in thought. A crumpled letter rests on the floor, and a tie-dyed cloth is draped over the low folding screen patterned with bamboo. A square inset above contains a rebus or picture puzzle spelling out the beauty's name. An attractive design, not often seen in reprint.

Artist - Utamaro (1750 - 1806)

Image Size - 14 3/4" x 9 7/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent condition overall, no issues to report.

Naniwaya Okita by Utamaro (1750 - 1806)
Naniwaya Okita by Utamaro (1750 - 1806)