Auction 40, January 8th - The Opener
Thu, Jan 8, 2026 03:00PM EST
Lot 117
Japanese Ukiyo-e Print: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, "Minamoto Yoritomo Releasing a Thousand Cranes," 1863
Estimate: $250 - $500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
This item is a framed reproduction print of the notable Japanese ukiyo-e woodcut titled The Twelfth-Century Shogun Minamoto Yoritomo Releasing a Thousand Cranes at the Beach at Yuigahama. The original artwork was created in 1863 by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (1839–1892), a master regarded as the last great artist of the traditional Japanese woodblock style.
The dynamic image depicts the first shogun of Japan, Minamoto no Yoritomo, on the shore at Yuigahama beach, participating in a Buddhist ceremony by releasing one thousand cranes, which symbolize longevity and good fortune in Japanese culture. The scene features bold lines, vibrant colors, and delicate embossing on the cranes' feathers, characteristic of the ukiyo-e genre.
Key Details:
- Artist: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (1839–1892)
- Artwork Title: The Twelfth-Century Shogun Minamoto Yoritomo Releasing a Thousand Cranes at the Beach at Yuigahama
- Original Date: 1863
. Dimensions: 25" H x 19" L.
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