The Number 2 (Ni) as in Nijushiko

by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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The Number 2 (Ni) as in Nijushiko by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
The Number 2 (Ni) as in Nijushiko

Series; Supplement to After the Seven Iroha

After the Seven Iroha - Attractive design from a Toyokuni III series pairing kabuki scenes with numbers. These lively images feature expressive figures in handsomely detailed settings. Nicely colored, many include deluxe printing techniques such as bokashi shading or embossing. The red title cartouche at upper right appears to emerge from a demon's mouth, with a text panel next to it in the form of a scroll unrolling. The series is very similar to Toyokuni III's "Seven Variations of the Iroha" from the same year. A great example of Toyokuni III's fine kabuki prints.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 13 5/8" x 8 7/8" + margins as shown

Condition - With excellent color and detail as shown. Thinning and small losses at edges, a few small holes, repaired. Toning and soiling. Please see photos for details.

The Number 2 (Ni) as in Nijushiko by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
The Number 2 (Ni) as in Nijushiko by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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