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 - Burnishing on the hair and the black reverse of the obi.
Artist - Hanabusa Hideki (1914 - ?)
Image Size - 15 1/2" x 10 3/8" + margins as shown
Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. A few small spots near edges, loose paper fiber in subject. Please see photos for details. Good overall.
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