Horizontal Oban Kabuki Prints by Toyokuni III - Handsome design from an untitled series of horizontal kabuki prints by Toyokuni III dating from 1847 - 1852. The horizontal oban format is an interesting departure from the more commonly seen vertical oban actor prints, allowing Toyokuni III to create detailed settings for the characters. These images provide a nice context for the interaction between the figures. Some prints feature deluxe publishing treatments such as burnishing or embossing. An interesting complement to Toyokuni III's more well-known vertical kabuki designs.

Special detail - From right, the actors are Ichikawa Komazo VII, Onoe Shichishi III, Ichikawa Danjuro VIII as Shimizu Seigen, and Iwai Kumesaburo III as Sakurahime.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 9 3/8" x 14"

Condition - This print with good color and detail as shown. Paper remnants on reverse from previous backing. A few wormholes, repaired. Wrinkling throughout, curling. Please see photos for details.