Problems with Japanese Woodblock Prints

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We wish that the collection of Japanese prints was problem-free, but alas that is not the case. Today I'll dig into one of the main issues of collecting woodblock prints and discuss possible ways to mitigate this problem. We'll be examining Hiroshige prints from several of his series, including "100 Views of Edo", "36 Views of Mount Fuji" and "Famous Places in 60 Odd Provinces". Don't forget to check out our wide range of Hiroshige prints on miegallery.com. #Hiroshige #woodblockprint #japaneseart #landscape

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19 апр 2024

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@Teflon-tx2ot 2 месяца назад

10 years ago I bought a Japan block print for a dollar at the Vancouver BC garage sales , and it turned out to be the original Night Rain on Izumi Bridge block print . You have a very good educational channel. Thanks

@MieGallery 2 месяца назад

OMG! amazing story.

@arielvalencia4583 3 месяца назад

excellent video..! nice the candles in foot form, hihi..! well this also happen when using natyral herb colors also in textiles and happens when using reds that in time get oxidized turning more towards light brown etc there is an article about an experiment with a hiroshige print exposing half print -framed- only and results were amazingly quick the fading ocurred only in 3 months ....if you wish I could sent you the link.. again, thanks for sharing this!

@MieGallery 3 месяца назад

Hi Ariel, thanks for the comments, glad you had a laugh. I'd like to see that link if you can find it.

@japanjapanichiban 2 месяца назад

My issue is, I need more wall space

@Kuchi-e_woodblocks 3 месяца назад

Thank you for another interesting video! I personally stopped buying prints in frames once I realized how it made the green (and lots of other colors) of many prints lessen. I was also tired of running into the prints being glued down to the mat board or other stiff backing (which you’ve already addressed in your RU-vid videos previously)! I was curious if you personally display original woodblocks in your home? I choose not to, in effort to preserve these artworks for future collectors! If I really love a design, I will make a laser copy and display that (storing the original in a protective sleeve or folder, away from potential harm).

@MieGallery 3 месяца назад

Good question. Yes, I display about 20. BUT I use the acrylic frames that allow me to easily switch out the prints every month or so. This way I limit the exposure in my low-light setting. Also I do have some reproductions (like your laser copies) that I display of some of the more delicate prints. I am thinking of doing a video on "all the ways you can display and store your prints". Where I can talk about this in detail. Thanks for your support!

@mokuhanga1 2 месяца назад

Gluing prints seems to be a Western thing. It's very rare in Japan to ever see a print glued down, excepting where Japanese tip the top corners with starch glue.

@Jake71186 3 месяца назад

I keep most of mine stored in a flat file cabinet and only take them out a few times a year. The ones I have framed are either posthumous or already have issues.

@MieGallery 3 месяца назад

good plan Jake, the reprints these days are pretty good too. You can even get good quality reprints of prints you actually own (blemishes and all).

@luciomastrosimone9933 3 месяца назад

Thanks for yet another very interesting video! I am planning to visit Japan end of the year. Any tips as to shops, markets not to miss for print enthusiasts? And also museums! Many thanks!

@MieGallery 3 месяца назад

Hi - I'm excited for your trip. I'm afraid I haven't been back to Japan for 10 years now so I don't have any current recommendations. I just saw a video of a woman going to a lot of print shops in Tokyo in Jimbocho. I can't find the video but that's where old books and prints are sold. You can ask on one of the Ukiyoe print FB or Reddit groups.

@luciomastrosimone9933 3 месяца назад

@@MieGallery thank you for your reply! I think I saw that video too... I I'll pay a visit to Jinbocho for sure 😉 keep on with the great content. Your channel is hands down the best for Japanese print lovers!