Lot 138: Six Woodblock Prints

Estimate: $500 – $900

Early 19 c. Two rare horizontal landscape scenes, signed “Utamaro Hitsu” (1753 – 1806). Three small unsigned Hokusai, multi-image and subjects. Original signed “Hiroshige ga” published 1843-1847. Fudo Temple in Meguro, c. 1840’s. Lovely view of the sacred Fudo Temple at Meguro, with the large entrance gate in the center. Visitors stroll about the grounds and climb the stairs up the steep hill at right, tall trees dotting the hill. At left, pilgrims bathe in the pool, with streams of water spouting from sculptured dragon’s heads atop the stone walls. The Boston Museum of Fine Arts has a similar edition in its permanent collection. An attractive design capturing the secluded natural setting, a respite from the busy city. 10″ H x 15″ W including margins. The other unsigned characteristic of Hiroshige’s work.