Nakamura Shikan as Tadanobu Rikei

by Ginko (active 1874 - 1897)

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Nakamura Shikan as Tadanobu Rikei by Ginko (active 1874 - 1897)

Original Ginko (active 1874 - 1897) Japanese Woodblock Print
Nakamura Shikan as Tadanobu Rikei

Series; Shiranami Gonin Otoko, 1874

Shiranami Gonin Otoko - Handsome design from a kabuki series featuring portraits of the "Shiranami Gonin Otoko," or "Five Men of the White Waves." These otokodate or street knights were actually gang of thieves, and the popular heroes of a kabuki play of the same name. Each half-length figure wears a purple kimono with a bold pattern, including an anchor, roosters fighting, a snake and lute, a magic fox, and a falcon. The faces are individualized and expressive, and each man has a different hairstyle. A great actor series by Ginko.

Artist - Ginko (active 1874 - 1897)

Image Size - 13 1/2" x 9 3/8"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Backed with paper. A few small wormholes, repaired. Slight toning, soiling, and rubbing. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Nakamura Shikan as Tadanobu Rikei by Ginko (active 1874 - 1897)
Nakamura Shikan as Tadanobu Rikei by Ginko (active 1874 - 1897)

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