Kabuki Drummer, 1851

by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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Kabuki Drummer, 1851 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
Kabuki Drummer, 1851

Comments - Handsome kabuki double portrait of two men in matching dress with black court caps. The kneeling fellow plays a small hand drum on his shoulder, looking up at his companion with a worried frown. Branches with faintly embossed cherry blossoms frame the scene overhead. One of the actors is Ichikawa Kuzo II. Nice bokashi shading in the background.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14" x 9 5/8"

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Horizontal centerfold. A few small holes, repaired. Creasing and wrinkling, slight toning and soiling. Please see photos for details.

Kabuki Drummer, 1851 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Kabuki Drummer, 1851 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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