Utagawa KUNIYOSHI (1797-1861)

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A tiger and dragon from a rare series Kinju zue, “Drawings of Birds and Beasts.” The set of at least five prints published by Joshuya Kinzo, 1837. Although rare, there are different states of the prints from this set, some having yellow cartouches, others red and uncoloured ( as here ). This design is also known with other colour variations.

Very good impression, colour and condition. Signed Ichiyusai Kuniyoshi ga.

Status: Sold