Advertisement for Senjoko Face Powder: Nakamura Shikan, circa 1833

by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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Advertisement for Senjoko Face Powder: Nakamura Shikan, circa 1833 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
Advertisement for Senjoko Face Powder: Nakamura Shikan, circa 1833

Comments - Terrific advertisement for Senjoko face powder featuring the kabuki actor Nakamura Shikan on a fan. A packet of powder lies at an angle behind the fan, the name visible on the package. First sold in the Kyobashi district of Edo, Senjoko was a popular white face powder that was advertised in a variety of ways, including on woodblock prints. A rare design and a great advertising collectible.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 3/8" x 10 1/4"

Condition - This print with nice detail as shown. Backed with paper. Vertical folds. Creasing, rubbing at edges. Please see photos for details.

Advertisement for Senjoko Face Powder: Nakamura Shikan, circa 1833 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Advertisement for Senjoko Face Powder: Nakamura Shikan, circa 1833 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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