Bunraku Puppets by Hideki Hanabusa - Terrific image from a group of bunraku puppets by Hideki Hanabusa. Bunraku puppet theater is a traditional Japanese art form that dates back hundreds of years, and is enjoying a revival today. These sophisticated puppets can be several feet high, and are highly articulated to move realistically. These lively images are rendered in beautiful color, with wonderful detail capturing the lifelike quality of the characters. Many features touches of metallic gold or silver. A fascinating look at the world of bunraku theater.

Special detail - Distressed pink mica background, black overprinting in hair.

Artist - Hideki Hanabusa (active circa 1950s - 1970s)

Image Size - 15 1/2" x 10 3/4" + margins as shown

Condition - With excellent color and detail as shown. Faint toning near edges, a few small spots. Please see photos for details. Good overall.