Early Edo Woodblocks - Handsome design from a group of early Edo era woodblocks by 18th and 19th century master artists such as Hokusai, Eizan, Eisen, Toyokuni I, and others. This terrific selection of illustrations includes beauties, kabuki portraits, and scenes from everyday life, depicting traditional tales and novels, as well as the new "floating world," in wonderful detail. This is a terrific offering of classic, early designs, and a wonderful opportunity to add a work by a renowned ukiyo-e artist to any collection.

Special detail - A scene from the play commonly known as "Godairiki" (The Five Great Powers that Secure Love." The actors include Segawa Kikunojo as the geisha Koman in the center and Ichikawa Danjuro as Sasano Sangobei at right.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 3/8" x 29 3/8"

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Three separate panels. Stitching holes at one side of each panel, a few holes and thinning spots, repaired. Slight toning and soiling, a few creases. Please see photos for details.