Bando Hikosaburo V as Fuwa Banzaemon, 1867 - Bold kabuki portrait of Bando Hikosaburo V as Fuwa Banzaemon, who steals a precious scroll entrusted to the care of his fellow samurai, Nagoya Sanza. The pair meets accidentally in the Yoshiwara one night, resulting in a fight. Banzaemon stares ahead with a tight-lipped frown, gripping his sword with both hands. He wears a black kimono with a striking pattern of swirling clouds and red bolts of lightning. A few cherry blossom petals flutter down through the night sky. A great design from this rarely seen Kunichika series.

Artist - Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

Image Size - 13 7/8" x 9 1/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Backed with paper. Slight toning, a few small spots and creases. Please see photos for details. Good overall.