Onoe Kikugoro V as Gonta and Bando Kakitsu I as Kajiwara

by Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

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Onoe Kikugoro V as Gonta and Bando Kakitsu I as Kajiwara by Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

Original Kunichika (1835 - 1900) Japanese Woodblock Print
Onoe Kikugoro V as Gonta and Bando Kakitsu I as Kajiwara

Series; One Hundred Roles of Baiko

One Hundred Roles of Baiko - In 1893, Kunichika was commissioned to create the series "One Hundred Roles of Baiko," chronicling the diverse characters played by the famous actor Onoe Kikugoro V, whose pen name was "Baiko." These fantastic prints feature a large portrait of Kikugoro V in one of his major roles, along with a small scene showing a supporting actor from the same play. These exquisite images were printed to the highest standards, using expensive techniques and materials such as burnishing, embossing, and mica. Beautifully drawn and composed, each print demonstrates Kunichika's skill in creating expressive characters, bringing each role to life on the page. A great choice for a kabuki enthusiast or Kunichika collector.

Special detail - Shimmering silver mica background.

Artist - Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

Image Size - 13 1/2" x 9" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Small hole, repaired. Slight soiling, faint ink offsetting, slight rubbing at edges, slight paper remnants at top edge. Please see photos for details. Good condition overall.

Onoe Kikugoro V as Gonta and Bando Kakitsu I as Kajiwara by Kunichika (1835 - 1900)
Onoe Kikugoro V as Gonta and Bando Kakitsu I as Kajiwara by Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

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