Magician and Archer in Wolf Skin, 1852

by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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Magician and Archer in Wolf Skin, 1852 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
Magician and Archer in Wolf Skin, 1852

Comments - Incredible Toyokuni III triptych of three samurai crossing a braided rope bridge over a chasm in a scene from the play "Jiraiya goketsu monogatari." In the center, the warrior Takasago Yuminosuke wears a wolf skin over his armor. He grips a flaming torch between his teeth and carries a bow. At left, the magician Jiraiya wears an impressive dragon print robe and carries a gun. He shields his face with his sleeve to avoid the squabbling of the other two men as Yasha Goro prepares to draw his sword. An absolutely fantastic scene with the softly shaded night sky adding an atmospheric touch, the crescent moon visible at lower left. From left, the actors are Ichikawa Danjuro VIII, Arashi Rikan III, and Ichikawa Ebizo V. Fine line work in the wolf skin and expressive faces. A great scene from this popular kabuki play.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 1/8" x 29 1/8"

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Three separate panels. Slight separation at ends of vertical centerfolds, a few small holes, repaired. Slight soiling, faint ink offsetting, a few light creases at edges. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Magician and Archer in Wolf Skin, 1852 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Magician and Archer in Wolf Skin, 1852 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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