Utagawa Sadahide (1807-1873): Four uchiwa aizuri-e, depicting views of the provinces of Ise, Yamashiro, Shimosa and Banshu. Signed Sadahide ga. (Small wormholes, lining, restoration). 21,8 x 28,2 cm A chuban yoko-e, Fishermen trying to catch a fish and almost capsizing the boat, is attached. Signed Gountei Sadahide ga. 20.5 x 24.6 cm Provenance: Wansart Gallery, Brussels, February 1949.

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