Lot Details
Lot 1
Two Japanese Shunga Woodblock Prints
Torii Kiyonaga (1752-1815)
Of horizontal format, both of couples making love, framed. Image 5 x 26 inches.
Provenance:
Isreal Goldman Japanese Prints, London, purchased November 15, 2002
Reference:
Evans, Shunga. The Art of Love in Japan, 6.42. Keyes, The Male Journey, fig. 131
C The Estate of Henry Hives
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
Sold for $21,250 (includes buyer's premium)
Additional Notes & Condition Report
both lightly and evenly faded. Light rubbing near edges
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