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.

Shinrei Yaguchi no Watashi, Act 3, 1848 - From left, the actors are From right, the actors are Ichikawa Kuzo II as Minase Rokuro, Nakamura Utaemon IV as Yura Hyogonosuke, and Onoe Kikujiro II as the wife Minato, in Act III of the play "Shinrei Yaguchi no Watashi."

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 9 7/8" x 14 1/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Small loss at edge, a couple wormholes, repaired. Slight toning and soiling, a few creases. Please see photos for details.