Bando Shuka I as Shiraito of the Hashimotoya, 1852

by Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

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Bando Shuka I as Shiraito of the Hashimotoya, 1852 by Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

Original Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861) Japanese Woodblock Print
Bando Shuka I as Shiraito of the Hashimotoya, 1852

Comments - Handsome portrait of Bando Shuka I as Shiraito of the Hashimotoya in the kabuki play "Sumidagawa Tsui no Kagamon." She is shown in an interior, smiling happily as she pushes up her sleeve, a tattoo just visible on her upper arm. She wears a purple and gray striped outer kimono trimmed with blue over a red and purple print under robe with a tie-dyed collar. Her hair is pulled back into a low knot, with a comb at the back, a few loose wisps framing her face. The wooden chest behind her holds ceramic containers, a small set of drawers and other objects, while the turtles decorate the panels above. A charming design with a nice setting, detailed with burnishing on the black collar and the black trim on the chest.

Artist - Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

Image Size - 14 1/2" x 10"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Small hole, repaired. A couple creases. Please see photos for details. Otherwise excellent condition.

Bando Shuka I as Shiraito of the Hashimotoya, 1852 by Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)
Bando Shuka I as Shiraito of the Hashimotoya, 1852 by Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)