Showa-Era Woodblock Reproduction: Right Panel of 'Sudden Shower at the Mimeguri Shrine' by Torii Kiyonaga

Name: Showa-Era Woodblock Reproduction: Right Panel of 'Sudden Shower at the Mimeguri Shrine' by Torii Kiyonaga
Brand: felarose
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Framed Japanese woodblock print showing three women in kimonos walking under umbrellas in the rain, a reproduction of a Torii Kiyonaga design. - view 1

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Estimated value

$50 - $120

Rarity

Ordinary(3/10)

SHOWA-ERA WOODBLOCK REPRODUCTION: RIGHT PANEL OF 'SUDDEN SHOWER AT THE MIMEGURI SHRINE' BY TORII KIYONAGA: IDENTIFICATION

This is a vertical woodblock print (tate-e) depicting three women (bijin) walking under umbrellas in the rain. The signature in the lower right reads 'Kiyonaga ga' (drawn by Kiyonaga), identifying the original design as the work of Torii Kiyonaga (1752–1815). The composition constitutes the rightmost panel of his highly regarded late 18th-century triptych, 'A Sudden Shower at the Mimeguri Shrine'. Macro photography of the printed surface reveals a relatively uniform paper grain and a flat ink application without the deep keyblock impression (karazuri) typical of Tenmei-era (1781–1789) originals. These physical characteristics confirm it is a recarved facsimile produced in the 20th century.

Compare with other prints in the archive: Abstract Mixed Media Print ('Monoprint'), Abstract Chromatic Lithograph by A. Vrede, Luigi Leisner (1889-1970) - 'Fidelio', Etching of the Vienna State Opera, c. 1920-1940.

COLLECTOR NOTES

The original 1787 triptych this panel belongs to is considered one of Kiyonaga's masterpieces; a complete original set resides in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

SCARCITY

Ordinary40-55%

CommonLegendary

Standard antiques commonly found at estate sales and flea markets. Plentiful supply meets modest demand.

Rarity 3/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 25 prints items at rarity 3 or higher.

Typical Characteristics

Moderate production runs
Common at estate sales
Entry-level collectibles

Confidence Factors

Expert review recommended. Consider consulting a specialist before making purchasing decisions.

How does authenticity detection work?

PRINT SPECIALIST'S TAKE

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The visual evidence of the paper grain and flat ink application in the macro shots overwhelmingly points to a mid-20th century reproduction, while the subject matter is clearly a well-documented Kiyonaga design.

KEY EVIDENCE

1Signature reads '清長画' (Kiyonaga ga), attributing the original design to Torii Kiyonaga (1752–1815).
2Composition matches the right panel of Kiyonaga's renowned 1787 triptych 'A Sudden Shower at the Mimeguri Shrine'.

CONDITION & GRADE

Condition

The visible printed area shows strong color saturation with no obvious fading, foxing, or moisture damage; the pristine white margins strongly suggest modern production and careful framing.

PRINT MARKET VALUATION

$50 - $120

Updated: Aug 3, 2026

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YOUR INPUT VS. SCAN

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What Aligned

User's dating of 'Mid century' perfectly aligns with the physical characteristics of the paper and ink application.
Origin is confirmed as Japanese, depicting a classic ukiyo-e scene.

What Conflicted

User's belief that the item is an 'Original' Edo-period piece conflicts with the paper texture and pristine condition, which firmly identify it as a mid-20th century recarved reproduction.