Rogue Clinging to a Bridge Pillar

by Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

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Rogue Clinging to a Bridge Pillar by Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

Original Kunichika (1835 - 1900) Japanese Woodblock Print
Rogue Clinging to a Bridge Pillar

Series; Night Wind and Whitecaps on the Open Sea

Rogue Clinging to a Bridge Pillar - Intriguing kabuki image of a rogue clinging to the wooden support of a bridge. He has one hand wrapped around a pillar and the other grasping the edge of the walkway overhead. He wears a deep blue kimono with large white pattern over a red loincloth, the dotted towel draped over his head blowing in the wind. A fine composition, beautifully detailed with delicate embossing in the white towel and red loincloth, and soft shading in the water.

Artist - Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

Image Size - 13 1/2" x 9 3/8" + top margin as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Backed with paper. Slight soiling, a few creases, a couple small spots, faint stain. Please see photos for details.

Rogue Clinging to a Bridge Pillar by Kunichika (1835 - 1900)
Rogue Clinging to a Bridge Pillar by Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

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