Bidspirit auction | A Japanese Woodblock Print (Ukiyo-e)

A Japanese Woodblock Print (Ukiyo-e) by Utagawa Toyokuni III - A Japanese woodblock print (Ukiyo-e) by Utagawa Toyokuni III (Utagawa Toyokuni (3rd generation) 1786-1864), from the series ””Stories of Famous Women of Antiquity”” (Nagayama Yoiko / Nagayama Sh?ko). The print depicts a woman defending herself with a sword, suggesting a traditional tale of female heroism or tragedy. Title: 'Kokonmei Fuden Nagayama Shoko', dated 1886, printed by Eikichi the Fishmonger. Dimensions: 36X24 cm. Frame dimensions: 51X38.5 cm.