Deluxe Impression Edo Japanese Woodblock Print Yoshitaki Kabuki Actor
item#: 1382711
price: $175.00
Deluxe impression Edo period Japanese woodblock print depicting an actor portraying a man carrying a bucket in a scene from kabuki theater by Yoshitaki (1841-1899). Circa 1860. Exceptional color with lacquer highlights to the collar of the outer kimono. The background at the left side of the print contains fine calligraphy executed in silver. Chuban-sized print with margins evident on the top and right sides. Paper size: 9 7/8" x 7 1/8" (image measures 9 5/8" x 7"). Excellent overall condition. Original mulberry paper album backing. Two small pieces of tape (appear to be archival) are on the top back.