Onoe Baiko V as Taira no Masakado and Ichikawa Danjuro as Shibaraku, 1893

by Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

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Onoe Baiko V as Taira no Masakado and Ichikawa Danjuro as Shibaraku, 1893 by Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

Original Kunichika (1835 - 1900) Japanese Woodblock Print
Onoe Baiko V as Taira no Masakado and Ichikawa Danjuro as Shibaraku, 1893

Series; One Hundred Roles of Baiko

One Hundred Roles of Baiko - In 1893, Kunichika was commissioned to create the series "One Hundred Roles of Baiko," chronicling the diverse characters played by the famous actor Onoe Kikugoro V, whose pen name was "Baiko." These fantastic prints feature a large portrait of Kikugoro V in one of his major roles, along with a small scene showing a supporting actor from the same play. These exquisite images were printed to the highest standards, using expensive techniques and materials such as burnishing, embossing, and mica. Beautifully drawn and composed, each print demonstrates Kunichika's skill in creating expressive characters, bringing each role to life on the page. A great choice for a kabuki enthusiast or Kunichika collector.

Onoe Baiko V as Taira no Masakado and Ichikawa Danjuro as Shibaraku, 1893 - Terrific portrait of Baiko as the powerful Taira no Masakado. His flowing beard and blue stage makeup give him a striking appearance. He wears an elegant robe with a deeply embossed silver mica design, and a flat headdress topped with jewels. He raises his staff of office angrily above his head as he stares ahead. The inset above shows Ichikawa Danjuro in the famous play "Shibaraku." An incredible image, one of the most dramatic subjects from this series, beautifully detailed, with additional embossing on the hilt of the sword and the staff of office in his hand.

Artist - Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

Image Size - 13 5/8" x 9" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Backed with paper. Slight staining. Please see photos for details. Generally in good condition overall.

Onoe Baiko V as Taira no Masakado and Ichikawa Danjuro as Shibaraku, 1893 by Kunichika (1835 - 1900)
Onoe Baiko V as Taira no Masakado and Ichikawa Danjuro as Shibaraku, 1893 by Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

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