This auction features a remarkable set of two Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints, each measuring 8 x 5 1/2 inches, created by renowned artists Utagawa Kuniyoshi and his student Tsukioka Yoshitoshi. The first print by Kuniyoshi depicts 'Kanashige Heizo Yoshino' from 'Stories of the True Loyalty of the Faithful Samurai' (Seichū gishi den). Noted for its dynamic action, the paper is age-toned to a cream color, with minor scattered foxing and color fading, a testament to its historical significance. The second print by Yoshitoshi, 'Zoshun of Sasagawa' from 'Lives of Modern Men' (Kinsei kyōgiden), showcases a famous sumo wrestler. It too shows age-toning and contains minor foxing, with a handwritten note suggesting it was printed in 1917, indicating it is a posthumous impression. Both prints are in good condition and are ideal for collectors of Japanese art and culture. Don’t miss this opportunity to own works by these significant ukiyo-e masters!