Oriental Woodblock Print Two Cats and a Butterfly

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Firstly what I know about Japanese art would fit on the back of envelope so please do forgive any errors in this listing!  Any expert help much appreciated.

It is a black and white Japanese woodblock print of two cats and a butterfly. I'm assuming the one with the bow is a girl and the rather lecherous looking one behind is a boy!  Very faintly depicted to the left is a smaller figure of a cat playing with a ball.

It is printed on very fine laid paper- see my last photograph which shows the reverse of the paper held against the light revealing the wire lines.

Is lightly age toned, signs of handling at the edges, a small surface mark on the larger cat's neck.  One or two irregularities in the paper which I assume are original.

Estimated date is mid nineteenth century.  Unsigned.

The sheet measures 34 x 25cm. 

Please note I am also listing some other woodblock prints of cats for auction- see my other listings.

Postage £4 in the UK, £8 to mainland Europe and £10 to the USA and Asia. These prices are for the print to be sent flat.

About me - I am a very experienced retailer and am qualified in Art History. I have been selling on eBay for more than 15 years and am now finding, researching and selling paintings and antique prints full time. My aim is to offer a selection of interesting, well researched works with prices starting at just a few pounds and to increase the appreciation of engravings! Also, happy to take on commissions if there are specific artists or types of work you would like found for you. I am very proud of my 100% positive feedback and will do all I can to ensure that you are pleased with your purchase. New items are added regularly so please do keep looking. Thank you.

  • Product: Prints
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Region of Origin: Japanese
  • Original/Repro: Original
  • Primary Material: Paper

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