Eitai Mitsumata: Iwai Shijaku II as Takao, 1863

by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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Eitai Mitsumata: Iwai Shijaku II as Takao, 1863 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
Eitai Mitsumata: Iwai Shijaku II as Takao, 1863

Series; Thirty-six Views of the Eastern Capital

Thirty-six Views of the Eastern Capital - Great design from a series pairing kabuki actors with famous views of Edo. Published between 1863 and 1865, Toyokuni III contributed sixteen designs before his death, with Kunichika creating the rest of the prints for the series. These attractive images feature large, well-detailed figures in front of classic landscapes and city scenes from the Eastern Capital. Toyokuni III's student Kunihisa contributed the backgrounds for his images. A rarely seen series and a great choice for a kabuki enthusiast. 

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 13 3/4" x 9 1/2" + top margin as shown

Condition - This print with good detail as shown. Small repair, a few creases. Please see photos for details.

Eitai Mitsumata: Iwai Shijaku II as Takao, 1863 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Eitai Mitsumata: Iwai Shijaku II as Takao, 1863 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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