Optical view in period colors.
Some foxing, mostly marginal.
Answers on the authenticity, conservation and acquisition of Japanese prints and Master engravings.
En résumé : An original print is verified by its period print, the nature of its laid or Japanese paper, the presence of censor/publisher stamps and the fineness of the engraved lines.
At the Maillard-Fouilleul Gallery, each work undergoes a rigorous expert examination: conformity of printing marks (kento), freshness of plant and mineral colors, integrity of margins and watermarks.
En résumé : Ukiyo-e (17th–19th century) illustrates the classic “floating world” of Edo, while Shin-Hanga (20th century) renews woodcut with Western perspectives and light effects.
Ukiyo-e brings together illustrious masters like Hokusai, Hiroshige, Utamaro and Sharaku. The Shin-Hanga (“new prints”) movement, launched by publisher Watanabe Shozaburo in the years 1915-1960 with Hasui Kawase and Hiroshi Yoshida, retains traditional four-handed craftsmanship while infusing spectacular atmospheric realism.
En résumé : Store prints away from UV rays and excessive humidity. Use only acid-free (neutral pH) mats and museum-quality UV-protected glass.
Traditional mineral and plant pigments are very sensitive to direct light. We recommend reversible assembly with Japanese hinges and starch glue, avoiding any synthetic adhesive. Never glue a print in full. For wallet storage, choose neutral polyester pouches (Melinex/Mylar) and permanent blotting paper.
En résumé : The prints are protected in a neutral acid-free pouch, packaged strictly flat between two plates of rigid reinforced non-deformable cardboard with ad valorem insurance.
We never roll up old prints in order to preserve the paper fibers. Packages are shipped within 24 to 48 hours via Colissimo Expert with delivery against signature or express carrier (DHL / FedEx) with tracking number. Collection by hand from our Parisian gallery (11 Passage Verdeau) is also available on request.
En résumé : Yes, we examine your works for cash purchase, consignment sale or preliminary free estimate on photographs.
We are constantly looking for Japanese prints (Ukiyo-e, Shin-Hanga, Sosaku-Hanga), as well as engravings by European masters (Rembrandt, Dürer, Callot) and lithographs from the 19th century (Daumier, Gavarni). You can send us photos by email to maillard.estampes@orange.fr or come and meet us directly at Passage Verdeau in Paris.
Maillard-Fouilleul Gallery · Specialist in old prints & engravings · Ref. bibliographic: Bartsch, Delteil, Riccar Art Museum, Watanabe · Last update: 09/2026.