Onoe Kikugoro as Tsunade - Selection of Thirty-six Magic Flower Poems - This interesting series by Kunichika pairs kabuki portraits with illustrations of flowers, accompanied by a poetry verse. The expressive figures are set against a bold background divided diagonally, with a tie-dyed red textile pattern below and a lovely view of a blossoming plant above. Nicely detailed with delicate embossing in the white background of the floral inset. Many designs also include burnishing or metallic pigment. A handsome and unusual series, with vibrant color and an interesting format.

Artist - Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

Image Size - 13 1/2" x 8 3/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent and detail as shown. Slight paper remnants on reverse from previous backing. A couple small wormholes, repaired. Slight soiling and ink offsetting. Please see photos for details. Good overall.