Ichikawa Sadanji as an Angry Man, 1893

by Meiji era artist (not read)

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Ichikawa Sadanji as an Angry Man, 1893 by Meiji era artist (not read)

Original Meiji era Japanese Woodblock Print
Ichikawa Sadanji as an Angry Man, 1893

Comments - Handsome kabuki portrait of Ichikawa Sadanji as an angry man, frowning as he looks ahead, his hand clenched into a fist before him. His other hand grips the handle of a red wooden bucket. One sleeve of his outer kimono is pushed down to the waist, revealing a blue kimono with an intricate scrolling pattern. At left, a portrait of a courtesan appears on a simulated wood panel, with what looks like wooden lid with writing on it below. She wears a red print kimono over a pink under robe, tied with a green and yellow checked obi. A few blossoms plum branches are set against a background shaded from red to pink to pale green. Includes embossing on the beauty's white kimono collar. An interesting format with a large expressive figure.

Artist - Meiji era artist (not read)

Image Size - 14 1/8" x 28 1/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. Slight paper remnants on reverse at top corners from previous mounting. Slight toning, a few small marks. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Ichikawa Sadanji as an Angry Man, 1893 by Meiji era artist (not read)
Ichikawa Sadanji as an Angry Man, 1893 by Meiji era artist (not read)

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