Beauty with a Demon Mask, 1893

by Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)

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Beauty with a Demon Mask, 1893 by Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)

Original Kunisada III (1848 - 1920) Japanese Woodblock Print
Beauty with a Demon Mask, 1893

Comments - Interesting kabuki scene of a beauty holding a leering horned hannya mask in her outstretched hand, which represents the spirit of a woman consumed by jealousy. She strikes a pose with a fan in her other hand, dressed in a red and green checked kimono patterned with hollyhock leaves. The beauty at right holds a realistic-looking mask of a man's face. A striped cloth panel provides privacy for the group at right, with maple leaves framing the red sky. An intriguing subject with vibrant color.

Artist - Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)

Image Size - 13 3/8" x 27 1/8" + top margin as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels, backed with paper. Slight soiling, small ink marks. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Beauty with a Demon Mask, 1893 by Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)
Beauty with a Demon Mask, 1893 by Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)

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