Sanzo Wada Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Sanzo Wada Art Value Price Guide

Aug. 15, 2026
Sanzo Wada Soba Deliveryman Print
Est: $50 - $75
13 3/4" by 18 5/8" framed.
Davis Brothers Auction
May. 23, 2026
Sanzo Wada Japanese Woodblock Print.
Est: $100 - $200
Sanzo Wada (1883-1967). This woodblock print depicts a kamishibai, or a traditional Japanese paper-card storyshow, where the storyteller performs for a gathered crowd of children and adults. The piece is signed, with two seals underneath the signature. The piece looks to be in good overall condition. The viewable image size measures 10" x 14". The frame, which has some wear, measures 14" x 18 5/8". In-house shipping is available. Please see our website regarding in-house shipping procedures.
Direct Auction Galleries, Inc.
Apr. 19, 2026
Wada Sanzo (1883-1967) Japanese, Reproduction Woodblock Print "Komuso (Occupations of Showa Japan)"
Est: $60 - $90
Wada SanzÅ (1883-1967) Japanese, Reproduction Woodblock Print "Komuso (Occupations of Showa Japan)". Traditional Japanese woodblock print depicting two Komuso monks wearing traditional straw baskets over their heads and playing bamboo flutes as a small dog watches them. Artist's seal on right. Framed. Overall Size: 11 1/2 x 14 1/2 in. Sight Size: 9 1/2 x 12 1/2 in. Wada SanzÅ (1883–1967) was a Japanese painter, costume designer, and color theorist whose work bridged traditional Japanese aesthetics and modern design. Born in HyÅgo Prefecture, he studied Western-style painting (yÅga) and became known for both fine art and applied design, including influential research on color harmony. Wada gained international recognition for his comprehensive color reference works, particularly A Dictionary of Color Combinations, which became an important resource for artists and designers. He was also closely associated with Japanese woodblock print publishing in the ShÅwa period; his illustrated series Occupations of the ShÅwa Era in Pictures depicted everyday Japanese trades and professions with careful attention to costume and social detail. Beyond printmaking, Wada worked extensively in theater and film costume design and contributed significantly to modern Japanese visual culture through his exploration of color, craft, and contemporary life.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Mar. 25, 2026
SANZO WADA - TAKESHITA - SEILER - WOODBLOCKS
Est: $200 - $300
Sanzo Wada, Japanese,1883-1967, 2 woodblocks, Coal Vendor, A Fortune Teller; Kinu Takeshita, Japanese, 1870-1920, 2 woodblocks, Flower carts; Willy Seiler, German, 1903-1988, Rainy Day and Farmers Beauty, ltd edition etchings
Litchfield Auctions
Feb. 21, 2026
SANZO WADA (JAPAN 1883-1967). JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT.
Est: $60 - $80
Komuso, from the series Occupations of Showa Japan. 10 x 14 inches, sight. Framed, 16.5 x 20.5 inches.
Casco Bay Auctions
Feb. 18, 2026
WADA SANZO (Japan/France, 1883-1967), "Fortune Teller"., Print, 11" x 15" sight. Framed 17" x 21".
Est: $50 - $100
WADA SANZO Japan/France, 1883-1967 "Fortune Teller".
Sandwich Auction House
Nov. 09, 2025
4 JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS BY SANZO WADA
Est: $75 - $150
Four Japanese Woodblock Prints by Sanzo Wada (1883 - 1968 Japan). (1): "Priests of the Fuke-Sect". Some toning; colors strong and presents well. (2): "A Farm House". Some toning and mat lines. (3): "Farmer's Market". Slight crease at left; some toning at mat lines. (4): "Picture Card Show". Some toning and mat lines. All in bamboo frames. Each print taped in two places to mat at upper edge. Openings 10.25" x 13.75"; 15" x 18.75" frames.
District Auction
Aug. 08, 2025
Sanzo Wada Flower Market Woodblock Print
Est: $50 - $75
11 3/4" by 16 1/4"
Davis Brothers Auction
May. 14, 2025
WADA SANZO (Japan/France, 1883-1967), "Fortune Teller"., Print, 11" x 15" sight. Framed 17" x 21".
Est: $200 - $300
WADA SANZO Japan/France, 1883-1967 "Fortune Teller".
Sandwich Auction House
Mar. 20, 2025
Sanzo Wada "Farm House" Japanese Woodblock
Est: $100 - $300
Sanzo Wada, (Japanese, 1883-1967), original woodblock print titled "A Farm House", circa 1940. Published by Kyoto-Hanag-In. Sheet size approx. 15-5/8" x 11-1/4". Housed in original matte.
Weiss Auctions
Mar. 07, 2025
WADA SANZO (Japan, 1883-1967), Soba Vendor, Woodblock print, 10.5" x 14.5" sight. Framed 17" x 21".
Est: $200 - $250
WADA SANZO Japan, 1883-1967 Soba Vendor, from Sketches of Occupations in Showa Era. Signed and seal marked mid-right.
Eldred's
Nov. 18, 2024
A GROUP OF FOUR PRINTS BY SANZO WADA (1883-1968) From the series “Sketches of the Occupation in the Showa Era” (“Showa Shokugyo E-zukushi”), one with printer's corrections Shōwa era (1926-1989), circa 1939 Polychrome woodblock prints, 28.7 x 38.2c
Est: €200 - €300
A GROUP OF FOUR PRINTS BY SANZO WADA (1883-1968) From the series “Sketches of the Occupation in the Showa Era” (“Showa Shokugyo E-zukushi”), one with printer's corrections Shōwa era (1926-1989), circa 1939 Polychrome woodblock prints, 28.7 x 38.2cm; 29.8 x 40.3cm; 29.5 x 41.4cm; 29.6 x 41cm (4)
Adam's
Sep. 19, 2024
Sanzo Wada "Farmer's Market" Woodblock Print
Est: -
Sanzo Wada "Farmer's Market" Woodblock Print Framed- 15.5x19"
District Auction
Aug. 31, 2024
FISHING ALONE IN THE COLD RIVER
Est: ¥30,000 - ¥50,000
signed and stamped on right
New Art Est-Ouest Auctions
Aug. 31, 2024
MOUNT FUJI
Est: ¥50,000 - ¥80,000
signed and stamped on the lower left
New Art Est-Ouest Auctions
Jul. 17, 2024
Wada Sanzo 1883-1967 Pilgrims Woodblock Print
Est: $1 - $1,000
Wada Sanzo ( Japanese, 1883 - 1967 ) Colored Woodblock Print on Paper. Titled "Pilgrims." Depicts men wearing straw hats, standing on a bridge, one lighting what appears to be a cigarette ? the other holding a walking cane. Signed ~ stamped upper right corner with red seal stamp mark below. Art presented in a dull gold painted black colored rectangular wooden frame. Work Size: 9.75 x 13.75 in. Dimensions: 14.75 X 18.75 X .50 in. Condition: Good overall condition having normal surface wear. Storage wear to the edges and the corners of the frame. Foxing to the matte. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: MiddleManBrokers Inc. offers in-house ground contiguous USA domestic shipping, for $85 plus insurance. We will refer third party shippers for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.
MiddleManBrokers
Jul. 17, 2024
Wada Sanzo 1883-1967 Coal Vendor Woodblock Print
Est: $1 - $1,000
Wada Sanzo ( Japanese, 1883 - 1967 ) Colored Woodblock Print on Paper. Titled "Coal Vendor" from the series Continuing Japanese Vocations ~ Occupations of Showa, Japan. Signed ~ stamped upper right corner with red seal stamp mark below. Art presented in a dull gold painted black colored rectangular wooden frame. Work Size: 9.75 x 13.5 in. Dimensions: 14.75 X 18.75 X .50 in. Condition: Good overall condition having normal surface wear. Storage wear to the corners and the edges of the frame. Water stain to the lower left corner. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: MiddleManBrokers Inc. offers in-house ground contiguous USA domestic shipping, for $85 plus insurance. We will refer third party shippers for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.
MiddleManBrokers
Jun. 08, 2024
Sanzo Wada 'A Farm-House' Woodblock Print
Est: $100 - $250
A Sanzo Wada (Japanese, 1883-1945) woodblock print titled 'A Farm-House' depicting the life of a typical Japanese farming family and home. Signed in print lower right. Printed by Kyoto-Hanga. Presented unframed in a silk matte. Sight: 10.5" x 13.75"
Atlanta Auction Gallery, ltd
Jun. 08, 2024
Sanzo Wada 'A Story-Teller' Woodblock Print
Est: $100 - $250
A Sanzo Wada (Japanese, 1883-1945) woodblock print titled 'A Story-Teller' depicting a street performer telling a story to a crowd of onlookers. Signed in print upper left. Printed by Kyoto-Hanga. Presented unframed in a silk matte. Sight: 10.5" x 13.75"
Atlanta Auction Gallery, ltd
May. 18, 2024
AT MIYAZU by WADA Sanzo
Est: ¥40,000 - ¥60,000
oil on board, 32.8×23.4 cm
New Art Est-Ouest Auctions
May. 18, 2024
MT. FUJI (SPRING) by WADA Sanzo
Est: ¥80,000 - ¥130,000
oil on paper, 51.7×75.7 cm
New Art Est-Ouest Auctions
Dec. 09, 2023
Sanzo Wada 'A Farm-House' Woodblock Print
Est: $100 - $250
A Sanzo Wada (Japanese, 1883-1945) woodblock print titled 'A Farm-House' depicting the life of a typical Japanese farming family and home. Signed in print lower right. Printed by Kyoto-Hanga. Presented unframed in a silk matte. Sight: 10.5" x 13.75"
Atlanta Auction Gallery, ltd
Dec. 09, 2023
Sanzo Wada 'A Story-Teller' Woodblock Print
Est: $100 - $250
A Sanzo Wada (Japanese, 1883-1945) woodblock print titled 'A Story-Teller' depicting a street performer telling a story to a crowd of onlookers. Signed in print upper left. Printed by Kyoto-Hanga. Presented unframed in a silk matte. Sight: 10.5" x 13.75"
Atlanta Auction Gallery, ltd
Dec. 09, 2023
Sanzo Wada 'Priests of the Fuke-Sect' Woodblock Print
Est: $100 - $250
A Sanzo Wada (Japanese, 1883-1945) woodblock print titled 'Priests of the Fuke-Sect' depicting Priests of the buddhist Fuke-sect playing the shakuhachi or bamboo flute. Signed in print lower right. Printed by Kyoto-Hanga. Presented unframed in a silk matte. Sight: 10.5" x 13.75"
Atlanta Auction Gallery, ltd
Nov. 29, 2023
SANZO WADA (Japan, 1883-1968), Three genre scenes, circa 1950:, Woodblock prints, 11.5" x 16". One matted 15" x 19".
Est: $200 - $300
SANZO WADA Japan, 1883-1968 Three genre scenes, circa 1950: one of musicians, one of dancers and one of weavers.
Eldred's
Nov. 19, 2023
GROUP OF 8 ORIENTAL ARTWORKS
Est: $200 - $400
A collection of oriental artworks, including a woodblock of Japanese weavers by Sanzo Wada (Japanese, 1883-1967), along with memorial woodblock portrait of Hiroshige by Kunisada, two other korean portraits, as well as four small ink and watercolor framed works on paper; largest 20"x15"
Clements
Jun. 27, 2023
Sanzo Wada (1883-1968)
Est: €150 - €200
Sanzo Wada (1883-1968) De la série "Esquisses de l'occupation à l'ère Showa" ("Showa Shokugyo E-zukushi"), lot de deux estampes Ère Shōwa (1926-1989), vers 1939 Gravure sur bois polychrome 29,5 x 41,4 29,6 x 41 rousseurs, salissures, pliures
Leducq Maison de Ventes Aux Encheres
Jun. 27, 2023
Sanzo Wada (1883-1968)
Est: €150 - €200
Sanzo Wada (1883-1968) De la série "Esquisses de l'occupation à l'ère Showa" ("Showa Shokugyo E-zukushi"), lot de deux estampes dont une comportant des corrections de l'imprimeur Ère Shōwa (1926-1989), vers 1939 Gravure sur bois polychrome 28,7 x 38,2 29,8 x 40,3 rousseurs, salissures, pliures
Leducq Maison de Ventes Aux Encheres
Jun. 20, 2023
Sanzo Wada (Japanese, 1883–1967), Two Figures on a Bridge, Unframed Woodblock 18 1/2 x 14 1/2 in. (47 x 36.8 cm.)
Est: $50 - $100
Sanzo Wada (Japanese, 1883–1967), Two Figures on a Bridge, Unframed Woodblock
Weschler's
May. 20, 2023
3 Framed Japanese Woodblock Prints
Est: $200 - $400
"Weaving - Showa Occupation Series Volume 2" (1956) print by Sanzo Wada (1883 - 1967). Artwork measures 13 3/4" x 10" by sight and is in excellent condition. Wooden frame measures 19 1/8" by 15 7/8" x 1" and is likewise excellent. Largest shipping item. Extract from Hokusai Manga Volume 13 (1849) by Katsushika Hokusai (1760 - 1849). Woodblock print on tinted paper. Artwork generally fine given its age, with the exception of a red stain at the bottom of the piece. Art measures approximately 5 1/8" x 7 1/4" by sight. Wooden frame in excellent condition. Utagawa Kunisada II aka Toyokuni IV (1823 - 1880) print depicting unfurled scroll. Artwork measures approximately 4" x 5 1/2" by sight and is in excellent condition, as is its wooden frame. Not inspected out of frames. From the carefully curated collection of a Pan Am flight attendant, in service between the years of 1954 and 1984. Her many travels took her through Central America, Europe, Africa, Asia and the South Pacific. Keywords: ukiyo-e, wood cut, weavers, Japan, Japanese, Showa, Edo, Meiji, era, period, art
Nest Egg Auctions
Jan. 12, 2023
SANZO WADA (Japan, 1883-1967), "Life and Customs, A Set of Six Pictures"., Six woodblock prints, 11" x 9". Folder 9.5" x 12".
Est: $200 - $250
SANZO WADA Japan, 1883-1967 "Life and Customs, A Set of Six Pictures". Printed by Kyoto Hanga In. Contained in original publisher's patterned board folder with illustrated label.
Eldred's
Sep. 19, 2022
Sanzo Wada (Japanese, 1883-1967)
Est: $300 - $500
Sanzo Wada (Japanese, 1883-1967) "Komuso" Itinerant Flute Player, woodblock. Framed. Size: 10.75'' x 14'', 27 x 36 cm (sight); 17'' x 20'', 43 x 51 cm (frame). Together with: Mineuchi Kosetsu (Japanese, 19th/20th C.) "Evening Cherries in Gion," woodblock. Framed. Size: 10.5'' x 15'', 27 x 38 cm (sight); 17'' x 21'', 43 x 53 cm (frame). Provenance: Sylvia and Philip Chaplain Collection, New Hampshire.
Material Culture
Sep. 10, 2022
Japanese Woodblock Print Wada Sanzo
Est: $80 - $100
Japanese Woodblock Print by Wada Sanzo Flower Vendor
Woodblock Prints World
May. 29, 2022
SANZO WADA 1883-1967 JAPAN. PRINT.
Est: $250 - $2,500
SANZO WADA 1883-1967 JAPAN. PRINT. PRINTED BY KYOTO- HANGA 1951
Puckett Auctions
Jun. 17, 2021
Two Shin-hanga Japanese Woodblock Prints
Est: $100 - $300
(20th century) Wada Sanzo (1883-1967), Farming Family, from the series Occupations of the Showa Era in Pictures; Mamoru Hiyoshi (b. 1885), Castle Gate, from the series Korean Life; artist's signature and/or seal lower right, woodblock print, oban yoko-e, sheets 11-1/2 x 16 in.; on paper jackets, 14-1/2 x 18 in.
Brunk Auctions
Jun. 06, 2021
SANZO WADA "WOMEN WEAVERS" WOODBLOCK PRINT
Est: -
Vintage Sanzo Wada (1883-1967) "Weaving" Woodblock Print. From the series Occupations of Showa Japan in Pictures, Series 2 by Wada Sanzo, 1950. (originally 1940-0941) Publishers mark bottom right Kyoto HANGA-IN. Women Weavers The Japanese farmer from olden times has woven the cloth for his own use at home. In the leisure season for farmers, the women are busy while the men prepare fire-wood and charcoal. In some silk producing regions, they weave silk stuff for sale. This picture shows such a weaving scene in a farm house. - Painted by Sanzo Wada. Printed by KYOTO-HANGAIN CO., LTD Artist: Sanzo Wada Title: "Women Weavers" Medium: Woodblock Print Circa/Year: 1950 Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Lower Right Edition: Print 5 Site Measurement: 11.5x15.25 in Keywords: Asian Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1070
Bradford's
Jun. 06, 2021
SANZO WADA OCCUPATIONS OF THE SHOWA WOODBLOCK PRINT
Est: -
Vintage Sanzo Wada (1883-1967) "Occupations of the Showa Era - Charcoal Maker" Woodblock Print. From the series Occupations of Showa Japan in Pictures, Series 2 by Wada Sanzo, 1950. (originally 1940-41). Publishers mark Kyoto HANGA-IN. Artist: Sanzo Wada Title: Occupations of the Showa Medium: Woodblock Print Circa/Year: 1950 Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Upper Right Edition: Print 14 Site Measurement: 10.25in x 14.5in Keywords: Asian Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1070
Bradford's
May. 30, 2021
Sanzo Wada Woodblock of Two Komuso Musicians
Est: $100 - $200
WADA, Sanzo, (Japanese, 1883-1967): Woodblock print of two Komuso musicians, signed lower right, sight size 9" x 13.75", framed 16.25" x 21".
Amero Auctions
May. 30, 2021
Sanzo Wada Woodblock Two Women at Loom
Est: $200 - $300
WADA, Sanzo, (Japanese, 1883-1967): Woodblock scene of two women seated at a looms, signed lower right, sight size 10.5" x 14", pierced carved wood frame 15.25 "x 19". Condition: Chips to frame, not examined out of frame.
Amero Auctions
Apr. 11, 2021
(2) Sanzo Wada (1883-1967) Japanese, Woodblocks
Est: $100 - $200
Pair of woodblock prints. Sight size: 10 x 13 12 in. Overall size: 16 x 19 1/2 in.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Mar. 18, 2021
SANZO WADA (1883-1967) Oban yoko-e
Est: $100 - $150
SANZO WADA (1883-1967) Oban yoko-e Ox-Cart, from the series "Japanese Vocation in Pictures, Series 3", circa 1955. Signed and seal marked.
Eldred's
Mar. 28, 2020
(2) Sanzo Wada (1883-1967) Woodblock Prints
Est: -
Medium: Woodblock print on paper // Size: both Frames 19 In. X 15.5 in. Art 16 in. X 11.5 in. Artist signed on lower right. // B12514 s.b.
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Jun. 07, 2019
(2) JAPANESE WOODBLOCK BAKUFU OHNO & WADA
Est: $120 - $250
a) Bafuku Ohno (1888 - 1976, Japanese), circa 1952, woodblock print on paper titled, "Rice Planting in Rain" and depicting a group of workers in the rice fields with a gentle rain. Published by Shinagawa. b) Sanzo Wada (1883-1967, Japan) circa 1940-41, Oban print titled, "Farming Family" from a pre-war series titled, "Occupations of the Showa Era in Pictures (Showa shokugyo e-zukishi)". There is a signature and seal in the lower right corner of the print. Dimensions are: a) image size - 14 5/16 inches wide X 9 1/2 inches tall, paper size - 11 1/2 inches tall X 16 inches wide; b) image size - 10 5/8 inches tall X 14 3/8 inches wide, paper size - 11 5/8 inches tall X 15 3/4 inches wide. All measurements are approximate.
Oakridge Auction Gallery
Nov. 03, 2018
SANZO WADA (1883 - 1967)'A Story Teller' (Kamishibai)Coloured woodblock, 39 x 40cm Signed with Romanised panel 'Printed in Kyoto/Hanga in 1950'; ntogether with another by same artist titled 'The Fortune Teller' 29 x 39.5cm and a small collection
Est: €100 - €200
SANZO WADA (1883 - 1967)'A Story Teller' (Kamishibai)Coloured woodblock, 39 x 40cm Signed with Romanised panel 'Printed in Kyoto/Hanga in 1950'; ntogether with another by same artist titled 'The Fortune Teller' 29 x 39.5cm and a small collection
Adam's
Jul. 28, 2018
Sanzo Wada - Japanese Print - Pilots
Est: -
Artist: Wada, Sanzo, 1883-1968 Title: Pilots Series: Japanese Vocations in Pictures - Series 1 Date: 1939
Floating World Auctions
Nov. 18, 2016
Sanzo Wada (5pcs)
Est: $300 - $500
Sanzo Wada (Japanese, 1883-1967) five works: ONNA GAMI YUI, CHARCOAL VENDOR, THE KOMUSOU, FLOWER VENDOR, and ORIME color woodblocks, signed sheet H11 3/4" W15 1/2" (5pcs) Provenance: South Carolina private collection
Charlton Hall
Oct. 17, 2015
Japanese Woodblock Prints, Tokuriki, Wada Sanzo
Est: $100 - $200
(lot of 2) Japanese woodblock prints: the first, Tokuriki Tomikichiro (1902-2000), 'Cherry blossoms in Tachibo village' depicting cherry blossoms and Mt. Fuji; the second, Wada Sanzo (1883-1967), 'Ura Senke' depicting a tea ceremony of Ura Senke tea school, largest print: 12.13"h x 16.25"w
Clars Auctions
Aug. 20, 2015
Wada Sanzo "Priests of the Fuke Sect Komusu"
Est: $50 - $10,000
Artist: Wada Sanzo (1883-1967); Title: "Priests of the Fuke Sect Komusus"; Medium: Woodblock; Year or Era Produced: Circa 20th century; Signature: Right; Sight Area Approximate Measurement: 11" x 15"; Frame Approximate Measurement: 19" x 23" x 1"; Approximate Weight: 2 lbs
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC

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