One Hundred Roles of Baiko - In 1893, Kunichika was commissioned to create the series "One Hundred Roles of Baiko," chronicling the diverse characters played by the famous actor Onoe Kikugoro V, whose pen name was "Baiko." These fantastic prints feature a large portrait of Kikugoro V in one of his major roles, along with a small scene showing a supporting actor from the same play. These exquisite images were printed to the highest standards, using expensive techniques and materials such as burnishing, embossing, and mica. Beautifully drawn and composed, each print demonstrates Kunichika's skill in creating expressive characters, bringing each role to life on the page. A great choice for a kabuki enthusiast or Kunichika collector.

Candy Seller Playing the Shamisen - Handsome portrait of Baiko as the candy seller Yuhei. He wears a blue and white summer cotton kimono, a cloth with a similar pattern wrapped around his topknot. Strumming the shamisen, he looks over his shoulder with a slight smile. A doll figurine is perched atop a wooden box at left. The inset above shows Ichikawa Danjuro wearing a gray coat, writing a poem slip with his brush in hand. A charming subject with attractive color and soft shading, and embossing on the white cloth.

Artist - Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

Image Size - 9" x 13 1/2" + margins as shown

Condition - With excellent color and detail. Some light toning at edges. Some offsetting in subject as shown. Please see photos for details. Good overall.