Takeda Katsuyori

by Sadanobu III (1881 - 1963)

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Takeda Katsuyori by Sadanobu III (1881 - 1963)

Original Sadanobu III (1881 - 1963) Japanese Woodblock Print
Takeda Katsuyori

From the Uchida Publisher Archives - We were fortunate to purchase a wonderful collection of 20th century prints directly from the archives of the Uchida Art Company of Kyoto. The classic 20th century prints offered in our auction from this collection are all first edition prints of various designs released by the Uchida company in the mid-20th century. These first edition prints are unusual to come by in a nice group as they were generally sold off as they were produced. This excellent collection was held back and recently sold from the Uchida archives. These prints are a nice opportunity to collect a lovely 20th century print, or perfect as reasonably priced gifts. Don't miss out on these prints, once they sell out, we won't have them again!

Comments - Terrific depiction of the samurai Takeda Katsuyori from the kabuki play "Honcho Nijushiko." Supposed to have committed suicide, a substitute had taken his place, and he has joined the household of his father's enemy disguised as the gardener, Minosaku, in order to retrieve a magic helmet that was a family heirloom. He stands boldly with his legs spread firmly apart, an elegant lacquer box raised in his outstretched hand as he stares over his shoulder with a suspicious expression. He wears a pale blue kamishimo with a colorful diamond pattern in the center over an orange robe with matching diamond trim, his two swords at his side. The colorful figure is set off by a dramatic black background. A great design, nicely detailed with burnishing in the hair, box, and scabbards, plus light embossing in the diamond pattern.

Artist - Sadanobu III (1881 - 1963)

Image Size - 15 5/8" x 10 1/4" + margins as shown

Condition - Excellent overall with no issues to report.

Takeda Katsuyori by Sadanobu III (1881 - 1963)
Takeda Katsuyori by Sadanobu III (1881 - 1963)

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